Cherish Quote by John Bowring
“The talents lost--the moments run To waste--the sins of act, of thought, Ten thousand deeds of folly done, And countless virtues cherish'd not.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, 19th century
Lost opportunities and unfulfilled potential lead to regret, highlighting the cost of wasted time and missed virtues.
In simple terms: Wasted time causes regret.
Key Takeaway
Value time, avoid waste.
Themes
regret
time
potential
virtue
folly
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal planning
- career decisions
- creative projects
Key Concepts
missed opportunities
self‑reflection
life choices
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments have you let slip away?
- How can you turn past folly into future virtue?
A Different Perspective
Not all loss is avoidable; some regrets are inevitable.
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