Idom ironic- The early Bird catches the worm This idiom notes if you want to be successful you need to wake up early and get there immediately, or if you start something early you will have a better chance at success. This can reference going into work early to get things done, or being the first person somewhere e.g. an early bird clothing sale. It is supposed to have motivational qualities, to inspire. I feel this idiom is contrary to my life philosophy as I'm a night owl. I have never liked getting up early, and am most productive at night. My mother always told me this idiom on Saturday mornings when I would want nothing more than to sleep in till noon. But as I had 3 hours of chores to do on Saturdays before I could do anything fun this idiom was her Saturday mantra. Noting I would not be able to do anything until my chores were done and starting early would get me what I wanted (be it time with friends, money, lunch ) This represents my feelings of what would happen to me if I was an early bird.