Since time is the one immaterial object which we cannot influence- neither speed up nor slow down, add to nor diminish- it is an imponderably valuable gift.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Time cannot be changed by us, making it a uniquely valuable gift.
- In plain terms
- We can't change time, so it is very valuable.
- What can you take from it?
- Value your time since it cannot be replenished.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spend your time?
- What would you do with more time?
Another view
Some people feel time is subjective or elastic.
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