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Being thankful Quote by Wendell Berry

“And so you have a life that you are living only now, now and now and now, gone before you can speak of it, and you must be thankful for living day by day, moment by moment a life in the breath and pulse and living light of the present” quote by Wendell Berry
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“And so you have a life that you are living only now, now and now and now, gone before you can speak of it, and you must be thankful for living day by day, moment by moment a life in the breath and pulse and living light of the present”

Wendell Berry

About This Quote

Source Book: The Unsettling of America, Wendell Berry, 1990

Living fully in the present moment, appreciating each breath and pulse as the essence of life.

In simple terms: Appreciate each moment as it comes.

Key Takeaway

Practice daily gratitude for the present.

Themes

mindfulness gratitude presence

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • mindful walking
  • journaling
  • stress reduction

Key Concepts

existentialism temporal awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does focusing on now affect your plans?
  • What practices help you stay present?
A Different Perspective

May overlook future responsibilities or long‑term goals.

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