Belonging Quote by Margaret Atwood
“He has to find more and better ways of occupying his time. His time, what a bankrupt idea, as if he's been given a box of time belonging to him alone, stuffed to the brim with hours and minutes that he can spend like money. Trouble is, the box has holes in it and the time is running out, no matter what he does with it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood, 1985
We perceive time as a personal resource, but it leaks away despite our attempts to control it.
In simple terms: Time feels personal but slips away.
Key Takeaway
Treat time as finite, prioritize meaningful activities.
Themes
time management
impermanence
personal responsibility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- creative projects
- daily routines
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
existentialism
resource allocation
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you guard against time wasting?
- What activities truly enrich your life?
A Different Perspective
Time cannot be fully controlled; external events still dictate its flow.
