Fighting Quote by Gloria Steinem
“I continued for too long to do things that I already knew how to do, or to write stories that I was assigned instead of fighting for stories that I couldn't get, or doing ones that I thought were important on my own. The wasting of time is the thing I worry about the most. Because time is all there is.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Gloria Steinem on Time Management, 2015
She laments spending time on familiar tasks and assigned stories instead of pursuing original, meaningful work, fearing wasted time.
In simple terms: Wasting time on familiar work worries her.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize original, meaningful projects.
Themes
time management
creativity
self‑discipline
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- creative writing
- personal projects
- skill development
Key Concepts
opportunity cost
authenticity
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks could you delegate or drop?
- How can you protect time for original ideas?
A Different Perspective
Balancing routine duties with creative pursuits can be necessary for livelihood.
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