Deliberation Quote by Ray Bradbury
“From this outer edge of his life, looking back, there was only one remorse, and that was only that he wished to go on living. Did all dying people feel this way, as if they had never lived? Did life seem that short, indeed, over and done before you took a breath? Did it seem this abrupt and impossible to everyone, or only to himself, here, now, with a few hours left to him for thought and deliberation?”
About This Quote
Source Story: The Illustrated Man, 1951
The speaker reflects on regret at life's end, questioning whether dying people wish they had lived longer and if life feels fleeting.
In simple terms: Regret at death and wonder about life's brevity.
Key Takeaway
Cherish each moment now.
Themes
mortality
regret
reflection
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- end‑of‑life contemplation
- legacy planning
- grief counseling
- philosophical writing
Key Concepts
existentialism
time perception
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value time enough?
- How does fear of regret shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Some may find peace rather than regret at life's end.
