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Couple Quote by Franz Wright

“EPITAPH Now I'm not the brightest knife in the drawer, but I know a couple things about this life: poverty silence, impermanence discipline and mystery The world is not illusory, we are From crimson thread to toe tag If you are not disturbed there is something seriously wrong with you, I'm sorry…” quote by Franz Wright
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“EPITAPH Now I'm not the brightest knife in the drawer, but I know a couple things about this life: poverty silence, impermanence discipline and mystery The world is not illusory, we are From crimson thread to toe tag If you are not disturbed there is something seriously wrong with you, I'm sorry And I know who I am I'll be a voice coming from nowhere, inside-- be glad for me.”

Franz Wright

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, 2005

The speaker acknowledges personal flaws yet finds meaning in life's impermanence, discipline, and mystery, urging self-awareness.

In simple terms: Accept flaws, seek purpose despite life's fleeting nature.

Key Takeaway

Embrace impermanence and self‑knowledge.

Themes

self‑awareness impermanence discipline

Mood

contemplative introspective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • personal crises
  • creative work

Key Concepts

existentialism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to be truly aware of oneself?
  • How can discipline shape our perception of impermanence?
A Different Perspective

Focus on flaws may overlook positive aspects of life.

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