Matter Quote by Philip Zimbardo
“Our time is brief, and it will pass no matter what we do. So let us have purpose in spending it. Let us spend it so that our time matters to each of us, and matters to all those whose lives we touch.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture on meaning, 2015
Life is short, so we should act with purpose and make our time valuable for ourselves and others.
In simple terms: Time is short; act with purpose.
Key Takeaway
Live purposefully.
Themes
purpose
meaning
legacy
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- volunteering
- relationship building
- personal projects
Key Concepts
existentialism
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose guides your daily actions?
- How can you ensure your time benefits others?
A Different Perspective
Purpose can be hard to define without reflection.
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