Clock Quote by R. S. Thomas
“I have nowhere to go. The swift satellites show The clock of my whole being is slow.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Collected Poems of R. S. Thomas, 1994
Feeling trapped by time, the speaker perceives life as moving slowly despite external motion.
In simple terms: Life feels slow despite activity.
Key Takeaway
Accept the pace and seek meaning.
Themes
loneliness
time
existential
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- meditation
Key Concepts
psychology
tempo
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your perception of time affect your choices?
- What anchors you when you feel adrift?
A Different Perspective
Life's speed is subjective, not absolute.
