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Bad day Quote by Tom Waits

“Don't plant your bad days. They grow into weeks. The weeks grow into months. Before you know it, you got yourself a bad year. Take it from me - choke those little bad days. Choke 'em down to nothing.” quote by Tom Waits
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“Don't plant your bad days. They grow into weeks. The weeks grow into months. Before you know it, you got yourself a bad year. Take it from me - choke those little bad days. Choke 'em down to nothing.”

Tom Waits

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1995

Small negative habits accumulate into larger problems; address them early.

In simple terms: Bad days become bad years if ignored.

Key Takeaway

Stop small negatives quickly.

Themes

habit formation self-care time management psychology

Mood

cautious encouraging

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • mental health
  • productivity
  • coaching

Key Concepts

cumulative effect mindfulness self-discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which small habit hurts you most?
  • How can you interrupt a negative pattern?
A Different Perspective

Some setbacks are inevitable despite early action.

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