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Time Quote by Tracy K. Smith

“time never stops, but does it end? and how many lives before take-off, before we find ourselves beyond ourselves, all glam-glow, all twinkle and gold?” quote by Tracy K. Smith
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““time never stops, but does it end? and how many lives before take-off, before we find ourselves beyond ourselves, all glam-glow, all twinkle and gold?””

Tracy K. Smith

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Moment of the Sun” in collection “Life on Mars”, 2011

Time flows continuously; questioning its end and our place invites existential wonder.

In simple terms: Time never stops; we wonder about its meaning.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on life's fleeting nature.

Themes

existence time wonder

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • contemplating mortality
  • creative writing
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

philosophy poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find meaning in endless time?
  • What does “beyond ourselves” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Time's endlessness can cause anxiety, not just awe.

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