--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Life does not matter as it is not ours to…" description: "\"Life does not matter as it is not ours to keep; what matters is, those moments which make us share this life. Short lived is our time!\" — Shahab Aftab" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/355/shahab-aftab-106733_life_life-does-not-matter-as-it-is-not-ours-t_2456524.jpg" --- # Life does not matter as it is not ours to keep; what… ![“Life does not matter as it is not ours to keep; what matters is, those moments which make us share this life. Short lived is our time!” quote by Shahab Aftab](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/355/shahab-aftab-106733_life_life-does-not-matter-as-it-is-not-ours-t_2456524.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/355/shahab-aftab-106733_life_life-does-not-matter-as-it-is-not-ours-t_2456524.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/355/shahab-aftab-106733_life_life-does-not-matter-as-it-is-not-ours-t_2456524.jpg) > “Life does not matter as it is not ours to keep; what matters is, those moments which make us share this life. Short lived is our time!” Shahab Aftab ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Life is fleeting; we should cherish shared moments that give life meaning. **In simple terms:** Cherish shared moments because life is brief. Key Takeaway Prioritize meaningful connections and experiences. Themes life time meaning shared moments Mood thoughtful inspirational Type life:1 moments:1 time:1 life short:1 share life:1 matters moments:1 When to use this quote - family gatherings - friend reunions - volunteering - personal reflection Key Concepts mindfulness relationship building Questions to Reflect On - What moments give your life meaning? - How can you create more shared experiences? A Different Perspective Life’s brevity can cause anxiety. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Life](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/life/) [Moments](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/moments/) [Time](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/time/) ## Related quotes > [Life doesn't always go according to plan, and we don't always act in a way that represents who we are. 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