Cost Quote by Oscar Wilde
“Life! Life! Don't let us go to life for our fulfilment or our experience. Life makes us pay too high a price for its wares, and we purchase the meanest of its secrets at a cost that is monstrous and infinite.”
About This Quote
Source Play: An Ideal Husband by Oscar Wilde, 1895
Life demands high costs for its experiences; seeking fulfillment can lead to monstrous, infinite sacrifices.
In simple terms: Life’s price is high.
Key Takeaway
Pursue fulfillment wisely.
Themes
existentialism
philosophy
costofliving
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- career choices
- relationships
- personal growth
- financial decisions
Key Concepts
nihilism
ethical dilemmas
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you willing to sacrifice for fulfillment?
- How do you balance desire and consequence?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring life’s costs can lead to burnout.
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