Being joyful isn't what makes you grateful. Being grateful is what makes you joyful.
Ann VoskampRead
They say time is money, but that's not true. Time is life. And if I want the fullest life, I need to find fullest time... the busyness of your life leaving little room for the source of your life... God gives us time. And who has time for God? Which makes no sense.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Time is more valuable than money; it represents our lives and should be prioritized accordingly.
This quote emphasizes the intrinsic value of time as it relates to our lives, arguing that it should not simply be seen as a commodity. It challenges the notion that busyness equates to a fulfilling life, promoting the idea that we must make room for spiritual reflection and connection, claiming that neglecting this aspect diminishes the quality of our existence.
Themes
TimeLifeBusynessSpiritualityPriorities
In practice
Example use cases
You might use this quote in a speech about work-life balance.
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