Be sure your wisest words are those you do not say.
Robert W. ServiceRead
Ah! the clock is always slow; it is later than you think.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Time often feels like it is dragging when we have tasks or goals to achieve, reminding us to act before it's too late.
This quote emphasizes the perception of time and how it can sometimes seem to move slower than it actually is, suggesting that we often underestimate how quickly time passes. It serves as a reminder that we should not procrastinate or take the present for granted, as life is fleeting and we may find ourselves running out of time to accomplish our dreams and goals.
Themes
TimeProcrastinationUrgencyAwarenessLife
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on the importance of time management at a workshop, I might say, 'Remember, as Robert W. Service once said, Ah! the clock is always slow; it is later than you think.'
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