Abandoned Quote by Michael Leunig
“It's a consoling notion that death is a very tiny hole, and you need to make yourself very small to get through it. One obviously needs to lighten off, and a rucksack full of bricks or a mantelpiece full of trophies will certainly have to be abandoned - the sooner the better, I say.”
About This Quote
Source Cartoon collection, 1998
Death is a tiny opening; to pass through, one must shed burdens and ego.
In simple terms: Death is a small hole; drop burdens to pass.
Simplify life to face mortality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- end‑of‑life care
- decluttering
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What burdens are you holding?
- How can letting go improve wellbeing?
May trivialize grief and loss.