Leisure Quote by W.H. Davies
““What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare. No time to stand beneath the boughs And stare as long as sheep or cows.””
About This Quote
Life’s busyness deprives us of simple pleasures like pausing to observe nature, urging us to slow down.
In simple terms: We lack time to simply watch nature.
Key Takeaway
Take moments to observe surroundings.
Themes
mindfulness
nature
time
Mood
philosophical
reflective
Type
Leisure:1
Life:1
Poetry:0
Time:1
Stand Stare:0
Care Time:0
Stare Long:0
Stare Time:0
Boughs Stare:0
When to use this quote
- Modern life may not allow true stillness.
Key Concepts
urban life
stress
nature appreciation
Questions to Reflect On
- contemplative
- gentle
A Different Perspective
What small pause can you create today?;How does observing nature affect your mood?
