All time Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“If time be of all things most precious, wasting time must be the greatest prodigality, since lost time is never found again; and what we call time enough always proves little enough. Let us then be up and doing, and doing to a purpose; so by diligence shall we do more with less perplexity”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Advice to a Young Man, 1748
Time is the most valuable resource; wasting it is the greatest extravagance. Use diligence to achieve purpose efficiently.
In simple terms: Time is precious; waste is wasteful.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize purposeful, diligent action.
Themes
time
productivity
purpose
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- project planning
- daily routines
- long‑term goals
Key Concepts
economics of time
diligence
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance diligence with rest?
- What tasks truly align with your purpose?
A Different Perspective
May cause burnout if over‑optimizing.
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