Life’s too short

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phrase

You should enjoy life and not worry too much because it passes quickly.

"Don't spend all weekend studying, go out and have fun – life’s too short."
Visual representation of "life’s too short" - You should enjoy life and not worry too much because it passes quickly

Often appears as...

  • "life’s too short to worry"
  • "life’s too short to waste it"

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

phrase

You should enjoy life and not worry too much because it passes quickly.

"Don't spend all weekend studying, go out and have fun – life’s too short."
Visual representation of "life’s too short" - You should enjoy life and not worry too much because it passes quickly

Often appears as...

  • "life’s too short to worry"
  • "life’s too short to waste it"

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Positive Urgency

The phrase often encourages swift action or decision-making to savor experiences.

Illustration for Positive Urgency
Book the trip now – life's too short for hesitation.
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Prioritize Happiness

It suggests prioritizing joy and satisfaction in your choices and actions.

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I chose the job I love because life's too short to dread every Monday.
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Avoid Regrets

The phrase is used to remind others to take chances to prevent future regrets.

Illustration for Avoid Regrets
She decided to reconcile with her friend; life’s too short for grudges.
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