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Exist Quote by Albert Schweitzer

“Just as the wave cannot exist for itself, but is ever a part of the heaving surface of the ocean, so must I never live my life for itself, but always in the experience which is going on around me.” quote by Albert Schweitzer
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“Just as the wave cannot exist for itself, but is ever a part of the heaving surface of the ocean, so must I never live my life for itself, but always in the experience which is going on around me.”

Albert Schweitzer

About This Quote

One is part of a larger whole; living selfishly ignores the shared experience of life.

In simple terms: We belong to something bigger.

Key Takeaway

Live connected, not isolated.

Themes

interconnectedness selflessness community

Mood

thoughtful philosophical

Type

quote reflection

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • teamwork
  • volunteering
  • environmental activism

Key Concepts

holism dependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal needs with collective responsibility?
  • When does helping others become self‑neglect?
A Different Perspective

Self‑sacrifice can lead to burnout if boundaries aren't set.

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