--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: It might be true that it is “quality…" description: "\"“It might be true that it is “quality time” that counts, but after a certain point quantity has a bearing on quality.”\" — Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/217/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_happiness_it-might-be-true-that-it-is-quality-time_748810.jpg" --- # It might be true that it is “quality time” that counts… ![“It might be true that it is “quality time” that counts, but after a certain point quantity has a bearing on quality.” quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/217/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_happiness_it-might-be-true-that-it-is-quality-time_748810.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/217/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_happiness_it-might-be-true-that-it-is-quality-time_748810.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/217/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_happiness_it-might-be-true-that-it-is-quality-time_748810.jpg) > ““It might be true that it is “quality time” that counts, but after a certain point quantity has a bearing on quality.”” [Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Both the amount and the quality of time matter; after a point, more time improves quality. **In simple terms:** Quantity influences quality after a point. Key Takeaway Balance time spent and its depth. Themes productivity balance quality Mood thoughtful analytical Type philosophical practical When to use this quote - work projects - learning sessions - creative pursuits Key Concepts flow theory time management Questions to Reflect On - When does more time stop adding value? - How can you ensure quantity enhances quality? 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