Quote by Henry Miller

Life, as it is called, is for most of us one long postponement.

Life, as it is called, is for most of us one long postponeme

Summary

This quote suggests that for many, life is filled with constant delay or postponement of their desires, dreams, or goals. It implies that individuals often put off pursuing what truly brings them joy and fulfillment, choosing to delay their happiness for a future time that may never come. This observation highlights the tendency of people to prioritize obligations, responsibilities, and societal expectations over their own desires, resulting in a prolonged state of unhappiness or unfulfilled potential.

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Procrastination

By Henry Miller

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