Abandoned Quote by Lois McMaster Bujold
““If she finished her work—hah, now there was a fantasy, this work would never be finished, only abandoned, or, all right, passed on—she might squeeze out another day off by next weekend.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Curse of Chalion, Lois McMaster Bujold, 2001
She jokes that finishing work leads to endless fantasies, so she prefers to leave it unfinished to gain more free time.
In simple terms: Finishing work creates more work; she avoids it to get time off.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unfinished tasks to create breathing space.
Themes
productivity
fantasy
work-life balance
Mood
reflective
playful
Type
advice
humor
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- writing deadlines
- personal time management
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑regulation
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever delay tasks to gain leisure?
- How does unfinished work affect your stress?
A Different Perspective
Leaving work unfinished may harm reputation and long‑term goals.
