Absence Quote by Margaret Atwood
“Immortality,' said Crake, ' is a concept. If you take 'mortality' as being, not death, but the foreknowledge of it and the fear of it, then 'immortality' is the absence of such fear. Babies are immortal. Edit out the fear, and you'll be...”
About This Quote
Immortality is defined as the absence of fear of death; by eliminating that fear, one attains a form of immortality, as infants are naturally fearless.
In simple terms: Immortality = no fear of death.
Key Takeaway
Let go of death anxiety to feel timeless.
Themes
mortality
fear
immortality
Mood
contemplative
philosophical
Type
existential
psychological
When to use this quote
- parenting
- end‑of‑life care
- mental health therapy
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
life meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- How might removing death fear affect motivation?
- Can fear be a healthy guide?
A Different Perspective
Fear of death is a natural, potentially useful survival mechanism.