Clock Quote by Jacqueline Woodson
“Time comes to us softly, slowly. It sits beside us for a while. Then, long before we are ready, it moves on.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Book of Unknown Things, 2015
Time is gentle and fleeting, arriving quietly, staying briefly, then leaving before we’re prepared.
In simple terms: Time passes quietly and quickly.
Key Takeaway
Cherish moments as they arrive.
Themes
impermanence
patience
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- relationships
- creative projects
- personal growth
Key Concepts
temporal flow
human experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice time’s subtle shifts?
- What practices help you stay present?
A Different Perspective
Time can feel both abundant and scarce, making it hard to balance urgency and calm.
