{"id":2033,"date":"2018-03-08T15:22:00","date_gmt":"2018-03-08T13:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/?p=2033"},"modified":"2023-12-04T02:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T00:00:00","slug":"quotes-about-time-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/fun\/quotes-about-time-management\/","title":{"rendered":"150+ Inspiring Time Quotes: The Best Quotes About Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Time \u2014 friend or foe? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In their battle to come to terms with the arrow of time, people have discovered different means to tame the passing of years, months, and days. They invented the clock, the calendar, and spent countless hours trying to figure out the concept of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing after another, they put their fears into words \u2014 and we are left with a good deal of wise quotes about time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So nowadays, whenever we struggle with scheduling our time, prioritizing, or being late, we can turn to Shakespeare’s or Leonardo da Vinci’s famous sayings \u2014 and see that similar issues troubled them, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, you don\u2019t have to spend hours combing through dusty books or hidden corners of the Internet to hear what the world\u2019s best thinkers have to say. We already did that for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, we present you the 150+ best time quotes.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Whether the FOMO makes your anxiety go through the roof or you just struggle with keeping up with your daily to-do list<\/a> \u2014 the world\u2019s greatest minds have already been there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve selected 10 all-time best quotes to help you change your perspective on time and make the most out of your days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s hear what the wise had to say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. \u201cWe must use time as a tool, not as a couch.\u201d \u2014 John F. Kennedy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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While different cultures<\/a> have various perceptions of time, one thing is certain: waiting for time to simply pass you by is a waste. You should learn to use time to your advantage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once we start understanding how time can be used as a tool rather than something we passively rely on, achieving goals<\/a> gets much easier!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set goals in Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. \u201cTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.\u201d \u2014 Marthe Troly-Curtin<\/h3>\n\n\n
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This famous line holds a true sentiment. Within \u201cthe grind\u201d culture today, it might seem that whatever doesn\u2019t make us money or is an investment in the future is a waste of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yet, as many as 94% of people value work-life balance<\/a> and believe spending time on things that enrich us (just not financially) is just as important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, instead of overworking<\/a>, try going for simple activities that\u2019ll perk you up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you love watching TV shows, enjoy your Netflix binge. Go window shopping for hours or spend time with your loved ones. Appreciate your downtime guilt-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As long as you enjoy an activity, the amount of time spent on it doesn\u2019t matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. \u201cTime is what we want most but what we use worst.\u201d \u2014 William Penn<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Only 12% of people have a dedicated time management system, a recent Timewatch survey<\/a> shows. Despite the alarmingly low numbers, many people believe that proper time management<\/a> reduces stress, increases productivity, and brings more focus and confidence at work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still we tend to lose a lot of time on unnecessary things \u2014 a minute here, ten minutes there, and we end up with an entire wasted day on meaningless tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning how to manage our time is a skill that requires constant work. So, to use time in the best way possible, it\u2019s important to come up with a system and schedule that makes our time use more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. \u201cTough times never last, but tough people do.\u201d \u2014 Robert H. Schuller<\/h3>\n\n\n
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We frequently hear \u201cThis too shall pass,\u201d as a way of comforting ourselves during difficult times. But what we often forget is that those moments are when we truly grow, harden, and evolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By simply waiting for a rough period to pass, we lose out on the opportunity to learn from the experience and become stronger. See what lessons you can learn and let time make you wiser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. \u201c \u2018Someday\u2019 is a disease that will take your dreams to the grave with you.\u201d  \u2014 Timothy Ferriss<\/h3>\n\n\n
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We\u2019ve all heard stories of people regretting not taking a chance on their dreams because they weren\u2019t good enough yet, weren\u2019t confident enough, or lacked the resources or support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These stories, however, aren’t complete fiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we keep promising ourselves that \u201csomeday\u201d we\u2019ll realize our passion, we effectively lose time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is better to take a risk and put in the effort to realize a dream because then we get the chance to learn and improve. Otherwise, we\u2019re left with a perpetual \u201cwhat if\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. \u201cYesterday\u2019s the past, tomorrow\u2019s the future, but today is a gift. That\u2019s why it\u2019s called the present.\u201d \u2014 Bil Keane<\/h3>\n\n\n
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This quote is a good reminder that we should appreciate the time we have now because not everyone is lucky enough to have it. Also, dwelling on the past only makes us less productive<\/a> and more anxious. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, appreciating the moment you have right now does wonders for motivation and overcoming difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. \u201cBetter three hours too soon than a minute too late.\u201d \u2014 William Shakespeare<\/h3>\n\n\n
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In this quote from The Merry Wives of Windsor<\/em>, Shakespeare alluded to the benefits of doing something earlier rather than missing an opportunity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is so easy to put off things like writing up an email, checking a job listing, getting a medical check-up, and so on. We get lost in other things until it becomes too late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Combat your procrastination<\/a>, even if it means doing something way before the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. \u201cThe past always looks better than it was. It\u2019s only pleasant because it isn\u2019t here.\u201d \u2014 Finley Peter Dunne<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Have you noticed how each generation tends to reminisce about their past, claiming it was much better in their day? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As it turns out, it is a very human thing to do \u2014 our brains tend to embellish good memories. In fact, researchers found that positive memories stay with us much longer than negative ones. They call this \u201cfading affect bias<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, the times haven\u2019t changed, only our perception of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take your past with a grain of salt, and remember to take some pressure off the time you live in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. \u201cThe time for action is now. It\u2019s never too late to do something.\u201d \u2014 Antoine de Saint-Exup\u00e9ry<\/h3>\n\n\n
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It\u2019s a common saying that there are no age limits to anything in life. Morgan Freeman landed his first big role at 52, and Winston Churchill became Prime Minister at 66!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let go of any fears or embarrassment that you are too young or too old to take up a career endeavor, especially if it’s something you’re deeply passionate about and you love doing it. The only mistake you can make is waiting so long that you give up in the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Track time with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. \u201cTime will not slow down when something unpleasant lies ahead.\u201d \u2014 Harry Potter<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Even though this quote comes from a work of fiction, it’s an important one nonetheless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this thought from the book Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire<\/em>,  J.K. Rowling pointed out that no matter how much we wish to stop time when hardship is on the horizon, we can\u2019t go against it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The biggest favor we can do ourselves is to accept the passage of time, both when good and bad things happen. The sooner we face our troubles, the sooner they\u2019ll be over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udca1 Clockify Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still unsure why using time wisely is important, and how proper time management ties into it? Check out the answers in our guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n