Age Quote by Derek Landy
“The problem with living so long is that we get used to it. We watch the mortals age and wither and die around us, watch the world change and decay...but no matter the hardship or the pain or the sorrow we suffer, we choose to continue living. Out of sheer habit, I think.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Skulduggery Pleasant, 2007
Living long leads to habitual endurance despite loss and decay, prompting a choice to persist out of habit.
In simple terms: Longevity creates habit, even amid suffering.
Key Takeaway
Embrace life consciously despite habit.
Themes
mortality
habit
resilience
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- Aging
- grief
- daily routine
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you live out of habit or intention?
- How does awareness change your persistence?
A Different Perspective
Habit may mask deeper dissatisfaction.
