Quote by Meša Selimović
““O, bože nepravedni, šta ćeš još navaliti na moju glavu! Nije ni najpametnija, ni najgluplja. Toliki krivi i nekrivi prožive život neprestano zijevajući. Zašto baš mene izabra da mi nikad ne bude dosadno? I uvijek moram da rješavam nerješive zadatke, kao treći brat u priči. A volio bih da mi malo bude i dosadno, i lako, i glatko, i da mirno spavam ljetni dan do podne, i da se budim bez misli i bez muke, i da ne mislim na sutrašnji dan sa strahom.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Dervish and Death, Meša Selimović, 1966
A lament of existential fatigue and yearning for peace amidst relentless mental burdens.
In simple terms: Life feels overwhelming and exhausting.
Key Takeaway
Seek moments of calm and acceptance.
Themes
existential fatigue
yearning for peace
mental burden
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily stress
- mental health
- creative work
- family responsibilities
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychological strain
spiritual longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What small practices can bring you quiet?
- How do you balance responsibility with the need for rest?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be elusive without confronting inner turmoil.
