We believe that mere movement is life, and that the more velocity it has, the more it expresses vitality.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often confuse rapid movement with true life or vitality.
- In plain terms
- Mere fast movement is not necessarily true life.
- What can you take from it?
- Distinguish activity from true vitality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you busy or truly alive?
- What defines vitality for you?
Another view
Modern culture reinforces the link between speed and value.
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