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“Don’t ever confuse the two, your life and your work. That’s what I have to say. The second is only a part of the first. . . . There are thousands of people out there with the same degree you have; when you get a job, there will be thousands of people doing what you want to do for a living. But you…” quote by Jen Hatmaker
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““Don’t ever confuse the two, your life and your work. That’s what I have to say. The second is only a part of the first. . . . There are thousands of people out there with the same degree you have; when you get a job, there will be thousands of people doing what you want to do for a living. But you are the only person alive who has sole custody of your life. Your particular life. Your entire life. Not just your life at a desk, or your life on the bus, or in the car, or at the computer.””

Jen Hatmaker

About This Quote

Source Speech: Personal Development Talk, 2020

Life is broader than work; each person alone controls their whole existence, not just their job.

In simple terms: Your life is more than your career; you alone own it.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize life beyond work.

Themes

self‑care purpose autonomy

Mood

thoughtful motivational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • daily routines
  • long‑term planning

Key Concepts

personal responsibility life balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of life do you neglect?
  • How can you protect personal time?
A Different Perspective

Balancing work and life is challenging.

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