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“There's not much you can do about time - it just keeps on passing.” quote by Haruki Murakami
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“There's not much you can do about time - it just keeps on passing.”

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

Source Novel: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, 1987

Time moves continuously regardless of our actions, reminding us that life is fleeting and beyond our control.

In simple terms: Time passes no matter what.

Key Takeaway

Accept time’s flow and focus on meaningful actions.

Themes

impermanence mindfulness acceptance

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • long‑term planning
  • grieving loss
  • career decisions

Key Concepts

existentialism temporal awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you prioritize what matters in limited time?
  • What habits help you stay present?
A Different Perspective

Time cannot be stopped, only managed, which may cause anxiety.

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