Skip to content

Every day Quote by Samuel Johnson

“I look upon every day to be lost, in which I do not make anew acquaintance.” quote by Samuel Johnson
Download Open image
“I look upon every day to be lost, in which I do not make anew acquaintance.”

Samuel Johnson

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Idler, 1759

Each day feels lost unless we create fresh connections and purpose.

In simple terms: Days feel wasted without new acquaintances.

Key Takeaway

Seek new relationships and purposeful activities daily.

Themes

philosophy self‑improvement social

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • networking
  • volunteering
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

meaningful living personal growth relationship building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance routine with new experiences?
  • What connections enrich your life?
A Different Perspective

Constant novelty can be exhausting.

2.4 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Samuel Johnson

Explore all 1,998 Samuel Johnson quotes

More Every day quotes

Browse all 16,639 Every day quotes