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“There are two days in the week about which and upon which I never worry... Yesterday and Tomorrow.” quote by Robert Jones Burdette
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“There are two days in the week about which and upon which I never worry... Yesterday and Tomorrow.”

Robert Jones Burdette

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Art of Not Worrying, 1885

Only yesterday and tomorrow are beyond our control, so we should not waste energy worrying about them.

In simple terms: Don’t worry about days you can’t control.

Key Takeaway

Live in the present.

Themes

mindfulness time control

Mood

thoughtful pragmatic

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • daily planning
  • health decisions
  • financial forecasting

Key Concepts

impermanence acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do today instead of fearing tomorrow?
  • How does focusing on now improve wellbeing?
A Different Perspective

Worrying about the unknown can hinder present action.

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