Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

The greatest loss of time is delay and expectation, which depend upon the future. We let go the present, which we have in our power, and look forward to that which depends upon chance, and so relinquish a certainty for an uncertainty.

The greatest loss of time is delay and expectation, which de

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that one of the biggest wastes of time is being preoccupied with waiting for the future. By fixating on what might happen later, we neglect the opportunities and control we have over the present moment. It warns against willingly giving up something certain and within our grasp for something uncertain and dependent on chance. In doing so, we prioritize the elusive future and forfeit the ability to fully experience and make the most of the present.

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