Quote by Brit Marling

I've found myself at one in the morning just sitting at my desk spending an hour returning emails from the day until like two in the morning. It's ridiculous, I should be sleeping, or dreaming, or reading a novel.

I've found myself at one in the morning just sitting at my d

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This quote highlights the speaker's realization that they have been sacrificing sleep and personal time for work-related tasks, such as returning emails. They express the absurdity of their late-night productivity and recognize the need to prioritize self-care and leisure activities like sleeping, dreaming, or reading for pleasure. The quote implies a desire for a better work-life balance and a recognition of the importance of taking time for oneself.

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