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What does it mean?
Time is neutral until we assign value or meaning to it through our choices.
In plain terms
Time means nothing unless we decide it matters.
What can you take from it?
Assign meaning to your time through choices.

Where it applies

  • decision making
  • goal setting
  • reflection

Putting it to work

  • planning
  • prioritizing
  • mindfulness

Questions to consider

  • What gives your time meaning?
  • How do you spend your hours?

Another view

Time passes regardless of our choices.

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