Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds. Discard them and their value will never be known. Improve them and they will become the brightest gems in a useful life.

Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds.

Summary

This quote advises individuals to value and make the most of their free time. It compares spare moments to uncut diamonds, highlighting their hidden worth and potential. If these moments are disregarded or wasted, their true value and impact on one's life will never be realized. However, if individuals utilize and enhance these moments wisely, they become invaluable treasures, illuminating and enriching the course of a fruitful and purposeful life. The quote emphasizes the significance of recognizing the potential in even the smallest moments and making the most of them to lead a fulfilling existence.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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