Life Quote by Charles Bukowski
““there is always that space there just before they get to us that space that fine relaxer the breather while say flopping on a bed thinking of nothing or say pouring a glass of water from the spigot while entranced by nothing that gentle pure space it's worth centuries of existence say just to scratch your neck while looking out the window at a bare branch that space there before they get to us ensures that when they do they won't get it all ever. --It's Ours””
About This Quote
Source Poem: It’s Ours, 2000s (unknown publication)
A brief pause of quiet awareness protects us from being overwhelmed by thoughts or sensations, allowing a calm space before experience arrives.
In simple terms: A quiet pause shields us from being overwhelmed.
Key Takeaway
Create moments of calm before reacting.
Themes
mindfulness
presence
calmness
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- reading
- walking
- waiting in line
- pre‑performance rituals
Key Concepts
psychology
consciousness
temporal perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you distinguish a healthy pause from procrastination?
- What simple practice helps you enter this calm space?
A Different Perspective
If the pause is too long, it may become avoidance rather than preparation.
