Plan Quote by Susan Maushart
““SMS made everything negotiable: hour by hour, minute by minute. There was no such thing as a firm plan or a final schedule.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2012
Flexibility of modern communication erodes fixed schedules, making time feel negotiable and plans fluid.
In simple terms: Instant messaging makes plans fluid and schedules uncertain.
Key Takeaway
Embrace adaptable planning.
Themes
flexibility
technology
time management
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
observational
advice
When to use this quote
- remote work
- personal scheduling
- project planning
- travel itineraries
Key Concepts
digital communication
negotiability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance spontaneity with commitment?
- What boundaries help maintain productive routines?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on flexibility can lead to chronic indecision.
