If something is not beautiful, it is probably not true.
John KeatsRead
We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch tv too much. We have multiplied our possessions but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living but not a life. We've added years to life, not life to years.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the modern tendencies of excessive behaviors that detract from meaningful living.
Bob Moorehead's quote presents a poignant critique of contemporary society, highlighting how people often engage in excessive indulgences and distractions that diminish the quality of their lives. It emphasizes the paradoxical situation in which we accumulate material possessions while losing sight of our core values, leading to a life that is filled with years but lacks genuine fulfillment. The message serves as a reminder to prioritize meaningful experiences and relationships over superficial pursuits.
Themes
LifeValuesExcessMeaningModernity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used as a reminder during a self-improvement seminar.
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