Try any goddam thing you like, no matter how boringly normal or outrageous. If it works, fine. If it doesn't, toss it. Toss it even if you love it.
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You discarded most of the lies along the way but held on to the one that said life mattered.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life has intrinsic value despite the lies we encounter.
This quote reflects the idea that throughout our lives, we may encounter numerous falsehoods and misrepresentations. However, among these lies, there is one fundamental truth we must cling to: that life itself holds significance and meaning, encouraging us to find purpose even amidst deception and uncertainty.
Themes
LifeTruthMeaningValueExistence
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about finding purpose in challenging times.
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