It is easier to fill 20 bellies than one pair of the eyes.
More Russian Proverbs:
A spoonful of tar in a barrel of honey.Russian
Would I know where I'd fall, I'd lay some straw there ahead of time.
Russian
In a crush, yet without resentment.
Russian
Don't worry if you borrow -- worry if you lend.
Russian
Your elbow is near but you can't bite it.
Russian
Those who are discontent to remain in one place will not earn much.
Russian