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“And if your parents have you for a reason, then that reason better exist. Because once it's gone, so are you.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“And if your parents have you for a reason, then that reason better exist. Because once it's gone, so are you.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult, 2013

Our existence is tied to a purpose; without it, we lose meaning and cease to be.

In simple terms: Purpose gives life meaning.

Key Takeaway

Find and honor your purpose.

Themes

purpose existence meaning

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • parenting
  • life planning
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

existentialism identity philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What purpose drives you?
  • How do you handle purpose loss?
A Different Perspective

Purpose may be unclear or change over time.

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