End is near Quote by T.A. Barron
“Some say "The end is near," as if that is shocking news. The truth is, the end is always near. What is actually shocking is that we, ourselves, can help to choose which end.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lost Years of Merlin by T.A. Barron, 1995
Life constantly approaches its end, but we can choose which ending we face.
In simple terms: Ends are always near; we choose them.
Key Takeaway
Recognize agency over outcomes.
Themes
mortality
choice
agency
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- relationship endings
- health decisions
- legacy planning
Key Concepts
existentialism
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you influence your own ending?
- What endings feel most inevitable?
A Different Perspective
Choosing an end may be limited by external forces.
