Delay Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“One today is worth two tomorrows. Lost time is never found again. Time is money. Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that's the stuff that life is made of. You may delay, but time will not.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Advice to a Young Tradesman”, 1748
Time is precious; wasting it loses something irreplaceable; treat it like money and cherish it.
In simple terms: Time is valuable; don’t waste it.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize and protect your time.
Themes
time management
value
urgency
Mood
urgent
reflective
Type
practical
motivational
When to use this quote
- project scheduling
- personal budgeting
- goal setting
Key Concepts
economics
philosophy
life planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure the worth of your time?
- What activities deserve your most focus?
A Different Perspective
Time can’t be reclaimed once lost.
