“Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury – to me these have always been contemptible. I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind.”
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Einstein, A. (n.d.). Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury – to me these have always been contemptible. I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind. [Quotation]. Famous Quotations Network. Retrieved October 24, 2026, from https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/33518-possessions-outward-success-publicity-luxury-to-me-these/
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Einstein, Albert. “Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury – to me these have always been contemptible. I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind.” Famous Quotations Network, https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/33518-possessions-outward-success-publicity-luxury-to-me-these/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.
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Einstein, Albert. “Possessions, outward success, publicity, luxury – to me these have always been contemptible. I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind.” Famous Quotations Network. Accessed October 24, 2026. https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/33518-possessions-outward-success-publicity-luxury-to-me-these/.