Ifs Quote by David Sedaris
“You meet people who say, "Oh, I'd like to do such-and-such, but I don't have the time." But it always seemed to me like you make the time. And if you have a wife or a job, if you have kids or whatever, you find a way. If you really want to do it, you make the time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2011
People often claim lack of time, but priorities determine actions; when something truly matters, you create space for it.
In simple terms: You make time for what you value.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize and schedule what matters.
Themes
time management
priorities
discipline
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career goals
- personal projects
- family commitments
- volunteering
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly matters enough to you to rearrange your schedule?
- How can you protect time for important goals?
A Different Perspective
If responsibilities are overwhelming, making time may lead to burnout.
