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“When the journey's over/There'll be time enough to sleep.” quote by A. E. Housman
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“When the journey's over/There'll be time enough to sleep.”

A. E. Housman

About This Quote

Source Poem: "When I Was Young" (or similar), 1900

After life's journey ends, there will finally be time for rest and peace, implying that work and struggle precede true relaxation.

In simple terms: After effort ends, rest comes.

Key Takeaway

Allow time for rest after work.

Themes

rest time completion

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career
  • retirement
  • long‑term projects

Key Concepts

life cycle mortality reward

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “time enough to sleep” symbolize for you?
  • How do you balance work and rest?
A Different Perspective

Rest may be delayed by endless duties.

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