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Certainty Quote by Winston Graham

“You must not face it. Because it is a – certainty it has to be forgotten. One cannot – must not – fear a certainty. All we know is this moment, and this moment, Ross, we are alive! We are. We are. The past is over, gone. What is to come doesn’t exist yet. That’s tomorrow! It’s only now that can…” quote by Winston Graham
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““You must not face it. Because it is a – certainty it has to be forgotten. One cannot – must not – fear a certainty. All we know is this moment, and this moment, Ross, we are alive! We are. We are. The past is over, gone. What is to come doesn’t exist yet. That’s tomorrow! It’s only now that can ever be, at any one moment. And at this moment, now, we are alive – and together. We can’t ask more. There isn’t any more to ask.””

Winston Graham

About This Quote

Embrace the present moment, let go of past regrets and future anxieties, focusing on shared existence.

In simple terms: Live now, let go of past and future.

Key Takeaway

Focus on present, cherish togetherness.

Themes

mindfulness presence acceptance

Mood

contemplative philosophical

Type

inspirational motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • meditation retreats
  • team building
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

existentialism temporal perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does being present mean to you?
  • How can you balance present focus with future planning?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting planning can hinder progress; present focus may ignore necessary preparation.

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