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“She must jump from square to square, right leg first, then left, then both together, and make a show of caring whether or not she steps on a line. She must go on jumping day after day, bearing the burden of time on her shoulders like a cross that grows heavier from day to day.” quote by Milan Kundera
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““She must jump from square to square, right leg first, then left, then both together, and make a show of caring whether or not she steps on a line. She must go on jumping day after day, bearing the burden of time on her shoulders like a cross that grows heavier from day to day.””

Milan Kundera

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Unbearable Lightness of Being, 1984

The passage uses a metaphor of disciplined movement to illustrate life's relentless demands and the weight of responsibility.

In simple terms: She must keep moving, bearing increasing burdens.

Key Takeaway

Embrace disciplined perseverance despite growing challenges.

Themes

philosophy existence responsibility discipline burden

Mood

thoughtful philosophical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • stress management
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

existentialism metaphor human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does disciplined routine shape personal identity?
  • What burdens become heavier over time?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may feel overly abstract for some readers.

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