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“Survivorship comes with unspoken pressures, responsibilities and challenges. After all, what is the point of saving a life if the life isn't a meaningful one?” quote by Suleika Jaouad
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“Survivorship comes with unspoken pressures, responsibilities and challenges. After all, what is the point of saving a life if the life isn't a meaningful one?”

Suleika Jaouad

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2020

Saving lives feels hollow without purpose, highlighting the weight of unseen expectations on caregivers

In simple terms: Rescuing others must be meaningful

Key Takeaway

Seek purpose in helping others

Themes

meaning life purpose caregiver stress

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • medical profession
  • social work
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

existentialism ethical duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives your work meaning?
  • How do you avoid burnout while seeking purpose?
A Different Perspective

Purpose can be subjective and hard to define

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