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Ne može se živjeti samo od pucanja i strahovanja, čovjek…

“Ne može se živjeti samo od pucanja i strahovanja, čovjek mora i da dođe sebi, da se provjetri, da se provede, da se izbjesni; vidio si kako u lokomotivi puštaju paru da ne eksplodira, e tako ti je i kod čovjeka.” quote by Meša Selimović
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““Ne može se živjeti samo od pucanja i strahovanja, čovjek mora i da dođe sebi, da se provjetri, da se provede, da se izbjesni; vidio si kako u lokomotivi puštaju paru da ne eksplodira, e tako ti je i kod čovjeka.””

Meša Selimović

About This Quote

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

Human beings need more than fear and conflict; they require self‑reflection, freedom, and joy to thrive.

In simple terms: People need peace, self‑care, and happiness, not just fear.

Key Takeaway

Seek balance and personal growth.

Themes

self‑reflection freedom joy human needs

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • mental health
  • creative work
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology well‑being

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you nurture joy amid adversity?
  • What habits foster self‑care?
A Different Perspective

Fear alone cannot sustain a fulfilling life.

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