Injustices Quote by Nicolas Chamfort
“There are two things that one must get used to or one will find life unendurable: the damages of time and injustices of men.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Reflections on Life, 1795
Time’s damage and human injustice make life unbearable unless accepted.
In simple terms: Time and injustice cause suffering; acceptance eases it.
Practice resilience and acceptance of life’s hardships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- aging
- legal systems
- personal loss
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate acceptance of inevitable harms?
- What role does justice play in personal peace?
Some may find meaning despite adversity.