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“Sometimes I thought about nothing and sometimes I thought about my life. At least I made a living. What kind of living? A living. It wasn't easy. I found out how little is unbearable.” quote by Nicole Krauss
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“Sometimes I thought about nothing and sometimes I thought about my life. At least I made a living. What kind of living? A living. It wasn't easy. I found out how little is unbearable.”

Nicole Krauss

About This Quote

Contemplation of emptiness versus purpose reveals life's inherent difficulty and the need for meaning.

In simple terms: Thinking reveals life’s challenges.

Key Takeaway

Seek purpose amid emptiness.

Themes

existential introspection purpose

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • therapy
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

meaning-making psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives your life meaning?
  • How do you balance thought and action?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on emptiness can cause stagnation.

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