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Expectations Quote by Mary Collyer

“How tedious is time, when his wings are loaded with expectation!” quote by Mary Collyer
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“How tedious is time, when his wings are loaded with expectation!”

Mary Collyer

About This Quote

Time feels burdensome when expectations weigh heavily, likening anticipation to a tiring, wing‑laden flight.

In simple terms: Heavy expectations make time drag.

Key Takeaway

Manage expectations to ease time perception.

Themes

time expectation burden patience reflection

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • personal goals
  • stress management

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do expectations affect your sense of time?
  • What strategies reduce anticipatory stress?
A Different Perspective

May be poetic.

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