The value of life lies not in the length of days, but in the use we make of them... Whether you find satisfaction in life depends not on your tale of years, but on your will.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The worth of life is defined by how we use it, not how long it lasts.
- In plain terms
- Quality of life matters more than length.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on using time well, not saving it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you use time?
- What matters most?
Another view
Long life often allows more impact.
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