One of the blessings of age is to learn not to part on a note of sharpness, to treasure the moments spent with those we love, and to make them whenever possible good to remember, for time is short. (5 February 1943)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Old age brings wisdom to end interactions kindly and cherish shared moments.
- In plain terms
- Use age to learn how to leave things on good notes with loved ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Value relationships and end interactions kindly as time is short.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you want to remember you by?
- How do you end difficult conversations?
Another view
Some conflicts may not be resolvable regardless of time.
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