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"Rien n'est plus réel que rien."

Samuel Beckett

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This quote talks about how sometimes, what we think of as nothing can be very important. Imagine you are looking at an empty notebook. At first, it seems like there is nothing special about it. But that empty space means you can fill it with anything you want – stories, drawings, or ideas. The "nothing" is full of potential and possibilities. For example, when an artist looks at a blank canvas, they see the chance to create a beautiful painting. Without that empty space, there would be no place for their art. Similarly, moments of silence or doing nothing can often be the most real and meaningful. They give us time to think, rest, and plan our next steps. By appreciating the value of "nothing," we can understand that opportunities and possibilities often come from places that look empty at first. So, when faced with emptiness or silence, remember that it might be the beginning of something wonderful.

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Absurdism Existentialism Meaning Metaphysics Nihilism Nothingness Paradox Philosophy Reality
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