How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Your life is defined by how you use your daily time.
- In plain terms
- Daily habits determine the quality of your life.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize what matters in your daily routine.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spend your days?
- Are your habits aligned with values?
Another view
It simplifies the complexity of life choices.
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