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"Podemos considerar nuestra vida como un episodio inútilmente perturbador en el reposo bienaventurado de la nada"

Arthur Schopenhauer

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This quote suggests that life might sometimes feel like an annoying interruption of peace and quiet. Imagine you're having a perfect, calm day, relaxing without any worries, and then something suddenly disturbs you, like a loud noise. Similarly, it says that life can be seen as a brief and bothersome event in the calm of non-existence. For example, consider how people might view a tough moment in their lives – losing a job or having a big argument. This tough moment can be seen as just a small, temporary problem in the longer picture of life. The quote implies that sometimes people might feel their struggles are pointless, but it's just a short disturbance compared to the vast peace before and after our lives. To apply this idea, when you face a tough situation, remember it’s only a small part of your entire life, and it will pass. This can help you stay calm and keep things in perspective.

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Contemplation Despair Existentialism Human condition Life Meaning Nihilism Nothingness Philosophy Reflection
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