Born Quote by Roger Ebert
“There are no guarantees. But there is also nothing to fear. We come from oblivion when we are born. We return to oblivion when we die. The astonishing thing is this period of in-between.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Great Movies, 1995
Life is a fleeting interval between birth and death, and while we cannot control its boundaries, we can choose how to live within it.
In simple terms: We exist briefly between two voids.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the present fully.
Themes
mortality
existence
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily life
- creative work
- relationships
- health
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awareness of finitude shape your choices?
- What does you cherish now?
A Different Perspective
The fear of death can paralyze; acceptance is a practice.
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