Fitness Quote by Piet Hein
““It ought to be plain how little you gain by getting excited and vexed. You'll always be late for the previous train, and always on time for the next.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “A Collection of Aphorisms” by Piet Hein, 1970
Excitement and anger waste time; you miss the present and chase the next opportunity.
In simple terms: Being upset loses time.
Stay calm and act in the present.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- work deadlines
- personal goals
- stressful events
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you channel excitement productively?
- What habits keep you present?
Some urgency can be motivating, not always negative.