Absurd Quote by Henri Nouwen
“When we no longer pray, no longer listen to the voice of love that speaks to us in the moment, our lives become absurd lives in which we are thrown back and forth between the past and the future. If we could just be, for a few minutes each day, fully where we are, we would indeed discover that we are not alone and that the One who is with us wants only one thing: to give us love”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Return of the Prodigal Son, Henri Nouwen, 1992
Living without present awareness leads to a fragmented existence, pulling us between memories and anxieties, while mindfulness reveals connection and divine love.
In simple terms: Ignoring present love makes life feel absurd; being present shows we’re not alone.
Key Takeaway
Practice daily mindfulness to feel love and presence.
Themes
mindfulness
spirituality
presence
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stressful work
- relationship conflicts
- grief processing
Key Concepts
existentialism
consciousness
divine love
Questions to Reflect On
- How does being present change your sense of loneliness?
- What practices help you hear the “voice of love”?
A Different Perspective
Mindfulness alone may not resolve deep trauma without support.
