Breaths Quote by Omar Khayyam
“To-day is thine to spend, but not to-morrow; Counting on morrows breedeth bankrupt sorrow: O squander not this breath that Heaven hath lent thee; Make not too sure another breath to borrow.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Rubaiyat, translated 1859
Live fully today; relying on future promises leads to regret and wasted time.
In simple terms: Seize today, not tomorrow.
Key Takeaway
Act now, avoid future regret.
Themes
mortality
mindfulness
urgency
Mood
urgent
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- health choices
- personal goals
Key Concepts
Carpe diem
temporal focus
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does today offer you?
- How do you avoid procrastination?
A Different Perspective
Future uncertainty can cause anxiety.
