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For what wears out the life of mortal men? 'Tis that from…

“For what wears out the life of mortal men? 'Tis that from change to change their being rolls; Tis that repeated shocks, again, again, Exhaust the energy of strongest souls And numb the elastic powers.” quote by Matthew Arnold
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“For what wears out the life of mortal men? 'Tis that from change to change their being rolls; Tis that repeated shocks, again, again, Exhaust the energy of strongest souls And numb the elastic powers.”

Matthew Arnold

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Life's constant changes and repeated hardships drain vitality, making even the strongest feel numb.

In simple terms: Repeated change weakens even the strongest.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate resilience amid change.

Themes

change hardship human frailty

Mood

somber philosophical

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • career challenges
  • personal loss
  • health crises
  • relationship turmoil

Key Concepts

existentialism stoicism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies help you stay resilient?
  • How can you balance acceptance and action?
A Different Perspective

Resilience alone may not prevent burnout.

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