Death is staring too long into the burning sun and the relief of entering a cool, dark room.
Elisabeth Kubler-RossRead
We often assume that if we are good people we will not suffer the ills of the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being a good person does not exempt one from the hardships of life.
This quote suggests that despite our moral integrity and good intentions, we are still vulnerable to the challenges and suffering that life presents. It highlights the universal nature of suffering, reminding us that good deeds do not guarantee immunity from life's difficulties and that hardship can affect anyone, regardless of their character.
Themes
SufferingGoodnessLifeHardshipPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about resilience, one might use this quote to underline the reality of lifeβs challenges.
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We're put here on Earth to learn our own lessons. No one can tell you what your lessons are; it is part of your personal journey to discover them. On these journeys we may be given a lot, or just a little bit, of the things we must grapple with, but never more than we can handle.
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