So long as I have questions to which there are no answers, I shall go on writing.
I work only with lost and founds.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests a focus on things that are overlooked or abandoned, emphasizing the importance of finding value in lost aspects of life.
Clarice Lispector's quote reflects on the notion of working with what is often neglected or considered as lost. It highlights the idea that there is beauty and significance in the things and people that society tends to overlook or discard, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the forgotten or abandoned parts of existence. This perspective invites reflection on what we often take for granted and challenges us to seek value in the seemingly lost.
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Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the value of second chances in life.
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I write and that way rid myself of me and then at last I can rest.
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