Knife Quote by Mason Cooley
“The plastic surgeon's knife slashes at time, which may seem to retreat, but then keeps on coming.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Surgeon’s Knife,” 1971
Time’s relentless passage cuts through life, seeming to retreat but always returns.
In simple terms: Time never stops cutting us.
Key Takeaway
Accept and use time wisely.
Themes
time
impermanence
inevitability
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- planning
- mindfulness
- legacy building
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
life cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- How to make peace with time’s flow?
- What actions honor time’s passage?
A Different Perspective
Time’s pressure can cause anxiety.
