Eight hours daily labour is enough for any human being, and under proper arrangements sufficient to afford an ample supply of food, raiment and shelter, or the necessaries and comforts of life, and for the remainder of his time, every person is entitled to education, recreation and sleep.
ROBERT OWEN
ROBERT OWEN
Robert Owen on recreation
Robert Owen14 quotes“Eight hours daily labour is enough for any human being, and under proper arrangements sufficient to afford an ample supply of food, raiment and shelter, or the necessaries and comforts of life, and for the remainder of his time, every person is entitled to education, recreation and sleep.”
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Robert OwenRobert Owen Chastity is sexual intercourse with affection.
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Robert OwenRobert Owen Of course quality is important but is it not the quality of an individual’s originality that is most important?
Robert OwenRobert Owen There is but one mode by which man can possess in perpetuity all the happiness which his nature is capable of enjoying, – that is by the union and co-operation of all for the benefit of each.
Robert OwenRobert Owen My life was not useless; I gave important truths to the world, and it was only for want of understanding that they were disregarded. I have been ahead of my time.
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Babe Didrikson ZahariasBabe Didrikson Zaharias It lasts when all other pleasures fade. It will support you when all other recreations are gone. It will last until your death. It will make your hours pleasant to you as long as you live.
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