Falling in love Quote by Olive Ann Burns
““I have learned to quit speeding through life, always trying to do too many things too quickly, without taking the time to enjoy each day’s doings. I think I always thought of real living as being high. I don’t mean on drugs – I mean real living was falling in love, or when I got my first job, or when I was able to help somebody, . . . In between the highs I was impatient – you know how it is – life seemed so Daily. Now I love the dailiness. I enjoy washing dishes, I enjoy cooking, I see my father’s roses out the kitchen window. I like picking beans. I notice everything – birdsongs, the clouds, the sound of wind, the glory of sunshine after two weeks of rain.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, “The Slow Life”, 2015
The speaker reflects on shifting from a frantic pursuit of big moments to appreciating everyday simple experiences, finding joy in routine and nature.
In simple terms: Enjoy daily moments instead of chasing big thrills.
Key Takeaway
Embrace ordinary life.
Themes
mindfulness
gratitude
slow living
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
personal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- cooking
- gardening
- family time
- walking outdoors
Key Concepts
presence
contentment
sensory awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate mindfulness into daily chores?
- What small pleasures do you overlook?
A Different Perspective
May become overwhelmed by monotony if not balanced with occasional novelty.
