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“I wish they'd hurry up with the second scene,' said Mrs. Viveash. 'If there's anything that bores me, it's entr'actes.' 'Most of one's life is an entr'acte,' said Gumbril.” quote by Aldous Huxley
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““I wish they'd hurry up with the second scene,' said Mrs. Viveash. 'If there's anything that bores me, it's entr'actes.' 'Most of one's life is an entr'acte,' said Gumbril.””

Aldous Huxley

About This Quote

Source Novel: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, 1932

Life often feels like a pause between major events, and people can become bored with the waiting periods.

In simple terms: Life is a series of pauses between actions.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the in-between moments.

Themes

patience time anticipation

Mood

thoughtful humorous

Type

philosophical dialogue

When to use this quote

  • waiting for promotions
  • intermission in performances
  • daily commutes
  • project delays

Key Concepts

existentialism mundane routine

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do during life's pauses?
  • How do you find meaning in waiting?
A Different Perspective

The quote may downplay the value of active engagement during pauses.

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