1757 Quote by Benjamin Franklin
““How much more than necessary do we spend in sleep, forgetting that the sleeping fox catches no poultry, and that there will be sleeping enough in the grave, as Poor Richard says.””
About This Quote
Source Publication: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1735
Warns against excessive sleep, using a fox metaphor to stress productivity.
In simple terms: Too much sleep wastes time and opportunity.
Key Takeaway
Balance rest with purposeful activity.
Themes
productivity
time management
health
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- work schedule
- health habits
Key Concepts
sleep hygiene
personal discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How much sleep is optimal for you?
- What tasks suffer when you oversleep?
A Different Perspective
Over‑sleeping can harm health and performance.
