You are 27 or 28 right? It is very tough to live at that age. When nothing is sure. I have sympathy with you.
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I don't really know if it's the right thing to do, making new life. Kids grow up, generations take their place. What does it all come to? More hills bulldozed and more ocean fronts filled in? Faster cars and more cats run over? Who needs it?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a sense of existential questioning about the purpose of creating new life in a world facing environmental degradation.
Haruki Murakami's quote captures a deep sense of uncertainty regarding the impact of bringing new life into a world that seems to be deteriorating. It questions the meaning behind creating a future for children when it appears that humanity is only perpetuating cycles of destruction, like urban expansion and environmental harm. This existential inquiry invites contemplation about our responsibilities to future generations and the legacy of our actions.
Themes
ExistentialFutureEnvironmentLifeResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about environmental responsibility at a community meeting.
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