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“But one thing I do know: life and time are ghosted creatures for us all. They belong to us - and are not ours at the same time.” quote by Joan D. Chittister
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““But one thing I do know: life and time are ghosted creatures for us all. They belong to us - and are not ours at the same time.””

Joan D. Chittister

About This Quote

Source Book: The Gift of Being Yourself, 1999

Life and time feel both owned and elusive, reminding us of their fleeting nature.

In simple terms: Life and time are both ours and not.

Key Takeaway

Cherish each moment.

Themes

impermanence spirituality mindfulness

Mood

reflective contemplative

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • major life decisions
  • grief processing
  • celebrations

Key Concepts

existentialism temporal paradox

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance ownership and acceptance of time?
  • What rituals help you honor fleeting moments?
A Different Perspective

We often forget to act while time slips away.

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