Adults Quote by Richard Dawkins
“There is something infantile in the presumption that somebody else has a responsibility to give your life meaning and point… The truly adult view, by contrast, is that our life is as meaningful, as full and as wonderful as we choose to make it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins, 2006
We must create our own meaning rather than expect others to provide it.
In simple terms: Life’s meaning is self‑made.
Key Takeaway
Choose purpose yourself.
Themes
responsibility
meaning
adulthood
Mood
reflective
empowering
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationships
- creative projects
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What meaning do you choose to create?
- How does personal responsibility affect happiness?
A Different Perspective
Relying on others can lead to disappointment.
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