Noun
a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion
a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
inability to rest or relax or be still
the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active
Source: WordNetThe sea has never been friendly to man. At most it has been the accomplice of human restlessness. Joseph Conrad
If you could only keep quiet, clear of memories and expectations, you would be able to discern the beautiful pattern of events. Its your restlessness that causes chaos. Nisargadatta Maharaj
Restlessness is discontent and discontent is the first necessity of progress. Show me a thoroughly satisfied man and I will show you a failure. Thomas Edison
To put meaning in one's life may end in madness, But life without meaning is the torture Of restlessness and vague desire-It is a boat longing for the sea and yet afraid. Edgar Lee Masters
I could not help it: the restlessness was in my nature; it agitated me to pain sometimes. Charlotte Brontë
Fear and restlessness kill more than do illnesses. French Proverb