Adulthood Quote by Alain de Botton
““Adulthood involves learning to conclusively bury a great many of our hopes.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Consolations of Philosophy by Alain de Botton, 2000
Adulthood requires letting go of many youthful hopes to accept reality.
In simple terms: Growing up means burying many hopes.
Key Takeaway
Accept loss and focus on realistic goals.
Themes
maturity
loss
acceptance
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
self-help
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship counseling
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Which hopes are worth preserving?
- How can you balance realism with aspiration?
A Different Perspective
Some hopes may be essential for motivation.
