Teddy Roosevelt: “It is wise to obey the homely old adage, “Work while you work; play…”

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It is wise to obey the homely old adage, “Work while you work; play while you play.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt advises adhering to the principle of focusing on work during work time and play during play time.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “It is wise to obey the homely old adage, “Work while you work; play while you play.”