Alexander Pope Quote - When we are young, we are slavishly employed in procuring something whereby we may live comfortably when we grow old; and when we are old, we perceive it is too late to live as we proposed.

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When we are young, we are slavishly employed in procuring something whereby we may live comfortably when we grow old; and when we are old, we perceive it is too late to live as we proposed.

"When we are young, we are slavishly employed in procuring something whereby we may live comfortably when we grow old; and when we are old, we perceive it is too late to live as we proposed."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Comfortable
Tags: Comfortable Employment Growth Live Old

Meaning of this quote

Postponing life entirely for future comfort can end in regret.

Key takeaway: Balance preparation with meaningful living now.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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