Great saying by great authors Quote by Marcel Proust
“Had I been less resolved to work, I would perhaps had made an effort to begin immediately. But since my resolution was formal and before twenty four hours, in the empty slots of the next day where everything fit so nicely because I was not yet there, it was better not to choose a night at which I wasnot well-disposed for a debut to which the following days proved, alas, no more propitious… Unfortunately, the following day was not theexterior and vast day which I had feverishly awaited.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: In Search of Lost Time, 1913
The narrator reflects on missed opportunities caused by over‑planning, leading to delayed action and disappointment.
In simple terms: Over‑planning can stall progress.
Key Takeaway
Balance planning with timely action.
Themes
procrastination
planning
timing
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- career projects
- creative endeavors
- personal goals
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often postpone tasks?
- What small step could you take today?
A Different Perspective
Excessive deliberation may cause regret.
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