Action Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“It is happily and kindly provided that in every life there are certain pauses, and interruptions, which force consideration upon the careless, and seriousness upon the light, points of time where one course of action ends and another begins.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the National Governors Association, 1965
Life contains inevitable pauses that compel reflection and seriousness, marking transitions between actions.
In simple terms: Pauses force reflection and seriousness.
Embrace pauses as opportunities for growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career change
- relationship endings
- creative projects
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize a pause that signals change?
- What habits help you use interruptions productively?
Pauses can also cause anxiety and indecision.