--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: s come true. The time channeled into such…" description: "\"“s come true. The time channeled into such a task is perceived as time subtracted from the total available for our life. Many people consider their job..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b71/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_hard-work_s-come-true-the-time-channeled-into-such_3105338.jpg" --- # s come true. The time channeled into such a task is… ![“s come true. The time channeled into such a task is perceived as time subtracted from the total available for our life. Many people consider their jobs as something they have to do, a burden imposed from the outside, an effort that takes life away from the ledger of their existence. So even though…” quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b71/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_hard-work_s-come-true-the-time-channeled-into-such_3105338.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b71/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_hard-work_s-come-true-the-time-channeled-into-such_3105338.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b71/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-1255_hard-work_s-come-true-the-time-channeled-into-such_3105338.jpg) > ““s come true. The time channeled into such a task is perceived as time subtracted from the total available for our life. Many people consider their jobs as something they have to do, a burden imposed from the outside, an effort that takes life away from the ledger of their existence. So even though the momentary on-the-job experience may be positive, they tend to discount it, because it does not contribute to their own long-range goals.”” [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. Work that feels like a burden reduces perceived life time, discouraging engagement. **In simple terms:** Jobs seen as chores limit fulfillment. Key Takeaway Seek meaningful work that aligns with life goals. Themes work meaning time perception flow Mood thoughtful analytical Type philosophical psychology When to use this quote - career - personal projects - volunteering Key Concepts intrinsic motivation goal alignment life balance Questions to Reflect On - What aspects of your work feel purposeful? - How can you integrate personal goals into daily tasks? 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