Alive Quote by David Bowie
“Once you lose that sense of wonder at being alive, you're pretty much on the way out...”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1995
Losing awe for life signals a deep disengagement, leading toward existential decline.
In simple terms: Wonder fuels purpose; without it, decline follows.
Cultivate curiosity daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career stagnation
- personal growth
- mental health
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices restore awe?
- How does wonder affect wellbeing?
Not everyone can easily revive wonder.