Time will destroy everything.
Meaning
Steele reflects on the inevitable passage of time and its impact on all things.
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About the author
(1672–1729) was an Irish writer and politician best known for co-founding "The Spectator" magazine with Joseph Addison. His essays aimed to promote morality, culture, and refined social behavior. Steele’s writing is engaging, thoughtful, and influential in early journalism. Richard Steele’s legacy continues in literature and media.
Why This Quote Matters
This is Richard Steele at a reflective best: naming Lifes and why they deserve attention. What stays after reading is this: Steele reflects on the inevitable passage of time and its impact on all things.
If you journal, a line like this is worth copying and answering in your own words.
How to Apply This Quote in Life
Teach it once: a single example of Life done well beats a long speech.
Measure progress in weeks, not hours: Life rewards repetition. Share progress quietly—accountability helps, performance theater rarely does.
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