Definitions Quote by Glen Duncan
“I suppose the word "unbearable" is a lie by definition. Unless you kill yourself immediately after using it.”
About This Quote
The quote suggests that calling something "unbearable" is contradictory unless one ends their life immediately after.
In simple terms: Calling something unbearable is a paradox unless you kill yourself after.
Key Takeaway
Avoid labeling experiences as unbearable without considering coping.
Themes
philosophy
existentialism
mental health
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- support groups
Key Concepts
paradox
definition
self-harm
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define unbearable?
- What coping strategies help?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the complexity of human resilience.
![“The self is defined psychologically as the psychic totality of the individual. Anything that a [person] postulates as being a greater totality than [oneself] can become a symbol of the self. For this reason the symbol of the self is not always as total as the definition would require.” quote by Carl Jung](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/251/carl-jung-274_defined_the-self-is-defined-psychologically-as-t_7148.jpg)
