Dealing with death Quote by Jeremy Limn
“I hate being human, not the fact I hate my humanity. Because I'm in this prison, my bones holding everything together. Breathing is a relapse, and in the time between we're born there is so much problems people like creating them for enjoyment. But the saddest fact is, we're consumed with self interest we live less. Pain is the burden of today and tomorrow, the past is a reminder that the photograph will never burn. The knowledge that I will die soon cannot come enough. Thought of nothingness replacing all that I've been through is truly comforting. You're born and destined to be buried, it is inevitable. During the time you're alive, you spend grieving for the loss of the life that will eventually cease to end one day. Why live for other people when they just bring you down? Find those who care and let them stay. Let go of those people who do nothing but bring you worry and sadness. In the end they never mattered.”
About This Quote
Source Personal essay, date unknown
The author reflects on existential despair, self‑interest, and the inevitability of death, concluding that caring relationships provide meaning.
In simple terms: Life feels burdensome, but caring for others gives purpose.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaningful connections, let go of toxic ties.
Themes
existentialism
self‑interest
mortality
relationships
mental health
Mood
melancholic
reflective
hopeful
Type
personal essay
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily life
- mental health coping
- relationship choices
Key Concepts
nihilism
existential dread
social isolation
Questions to Reflect On
- What relationships truly support you?
- How can you balance self‑care with caring for others?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can blind us to shared humanity.
