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“He took a meditative puff on his stogy, and informed himself that time was a funny thing. Old Man Time just walked along, and he didn't even blow a How-do-you-do through his whiskers. He just walked on past you. Things just change.” quote by James T. Farrell
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““He took a meditative puff on his stogy, and informed himself that time was a funny thing. Old Man Time just walked along, and he didn't even blow a How-do-you-do through his whiskers. He just walked on past you. Things just change.””

James T. Farrell

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Time passes indifferent, unchanged by our concerns; change is inevitable and constant.

In simple terms: Time moves on, regardless of us.

Key Takeaway

Accept change and keep moving forward.

Themes

time change impermanence

Mood

contemplative melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • career transitions
  • loss
  • creative process

Key Concepts

meditation philosophy existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay present amid change?
  • What habits help you adapt?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on time can cause paralysis.

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