Quote by Blaise Pascal
We think very little of time present; we anticipate the future, as being too slow, and with a view to hasten it onward, we recall the past to stay it as too swiftly gone. We are so thoughtless, that we thus wander through the hours which are not here, regardless only of the moment that is actually our own.
Summary
This quote emphasizes how we often neglect the importance of the present moment. Instead of fully experiencing and appreciating the here and now, we are preoccupied with the future, wishing it would arrive sooner, or dwelling in the past, trying to hold onto its fleeting memories. In doing so, we unintentionally disregard the current moment, failing to recognize its value and the opportunities it holds. The quote highlights our thoughtlessness as we mindlessly wander, not fully embracing the present that is truly ours.
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