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I cannot make my days longer so I strive to make them better
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"I cannot make my days longer so I strive to make them better"

- Paul Theroux

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This quote by Paul Theroux talks to the idea of making the most of the time we have. We can not manage the length of our days, but we can manage how we utilize them. This quote motivates us to make every effort to make our days better, instead of merely attempting to make them longer. It suggests that we ought to concentrate on taking advantage of the time we have, instead of longing for more of it. This could imply putting in the time to value the little minutes, or to do something meaningful with our time. It might likewise indicate making the effort to do something that brings us happiness, or to spend time with individuals we appreciate. Eventually, this quote encourages us to make the most of our days, no matter for how long they may be.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Paul Theroux somewhere between April 10, 1941 and today. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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