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“as long as your words which are people which are days which are my life, as long as your words survive, then you lived and you mattered and you changed the world” quote by Neil Gaiman
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““as long as your words which are people which are days which are my life, as long as your words survive, then you lived and you mattered and you changed the world””

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

The quote asserts that lasting impact comes from the persistence of one's words, which embody the speaker's identity and influence over time.

In simple terms: Enduring words define legacy.

Key Takeaway

Words that endure equal lasting influence.

Themes

legacy communication identity influence meaning

Mood

reflective inspirational hopeful

Type

aphorism motivational quote

When to use this quote

  • writing a memoir
  • delivering a speech
  • creating a lasting brand
  • influencing a movement
  • teaching a generation

Key Concepts

speech time personal impact

Practical Applications

  • authoring a book
  • crafting a manifesto

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can your words become timeless?
  • What does it mean to change the world through language?
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