Skip to content

Late Quote by Robert B. Parker

“Punctuality was not Susan’s strength. She always intended to be on time, but she seemed to have some kind of chronometric dyslexia , which thwarted her intent, nearly always.” quote by Robert B. Parker
Download Open image
““Punctuality was not Susan’s strength. She always intended to be on time, but she seemed to have some kind of chronometric dyslexia , which thwarted her intent, nearly always.””

Robert B. Parker

About This Quote

Source Novel: Private Eye, 1995

Chronometric dyslexia humorously explains chronic lateness, highlighting personal quirks.

In simple terms: Chronometric dyslexia humorously explains chronic lateness.

Key Takeaway

Accept quirks; find coping strategies.

Themes

time humor character flaw

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

humor selfaware

When to use this quote

  • Workplace scheduling
  • personal time management
  • fiction writing
  • therapy

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral patterns

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you manage chronic lateness?
  • What strategies help improve punctuality?
A Different Perspective

Excuses can mask deeper issues.

2.7 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Robert B. Parker

Explore all 151 Robert B. Parker quotes

More Late quotes

Browse all 5,113 Late quotes