Prefer Quote by Emil M. Cioran
““The future appeals to you? All yours! Myself I prefer to keep to the incredible present and the incredible past. I leave it to you to face the Incredible itself.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Temptation to Exist, Emil Cioran, 1956
Cioran contrasts the allure of an imagined future with the richness of living fully in the present and reflecting on the past, urging acceptance of life's totality.
In simple terms: Live now, honor past, ignore future fantasies.
Key Takeaway
Embrace present and past fully.
Themes
existentialism
time
presence
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative work
- relationship building
- coping with anxiety
Key Concepts
philosophy
nostalgia
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on now change your choices?
- What value do you find in remembering the past?
A Different Perspective
Future planning can distract from present richness.
