Appalling Quote by Orison Swett Marden
“The waste of life occasioned by trying to do too many things at once is appalling.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Triumph of the Man Within, 1905
Trying to juggle many tasks at once wastes precious life and leads to poor results.
In simple terms: Multitasking wastes life.
Key Takeaway
Focus on one task at a time.
Themes
productivity
focus
time management
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal projects
- studying
- creative endeavors
Key Concepts
opportunity cost
attention scarcity
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you eliminate to improve focus?
- How does single‑tasking affect quality?
A Different Perspective
Multitasking can be necessary in emergencies.
