I can never drive my car over a bridge without thinking of suicide. I can never look at a lake or an ocean without thinking of suicide.
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The centuries are sprinkled with rare magic with divine creatures who help us get past the common and extraordinary ills that beset us
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What this quote means
This quote suggests that exceptional beings or forces assist us in overcoming life's challenges.
In this quote, Charles Bukowski expresses the idea that throughout history, there have been rare individuals or forces, described as 'divine creatures,' that possess a certain magic. These entities provide guidance or support, helping us navigate through the common struggles and extraordinary difficulties that life presents, highlighting a belief in the existence of higher powers or influences that can aid us in our journeys.
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MagicHelpLifeDivineChallenges
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Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming adversity, one could use this quote to emphasize the support we receive.
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