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“I can't believe all this," said Mort. "I mean you sound as if you want to die." "There's some things I shall miss," she said. "But it gets thin, you know. Life, I'm referring to. You can't trust your own body, and it's time to move on. I reckon it's about time I tried something else. [...]” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““I can't believe all this," said Mort. "I mean you sound as if you want to die." "There's some things I shall miss," she said. "But it gets thin, you know. Life, I'm referring to. You can't trust your own body, and it's time to move on. I reckon it's about time I tried something else. [...]””

Terry Pratchett

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Source Novel: Mort, Discworld series, 1994

A character reflects on life's fragility, urging change and acceptance of mortality.

In simple terms: Life is fragile; change is needed.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change, accept impermanence.

Themes

mortality change acceptance

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • career transition
  • health decisions
  • spiritual awakening

Key Concepts

existentialism self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of your life feel untenable?
  • How can you find meaning without drastic change?
A Different Perspective

The quote may romanticize death as an escape, overlooking the value of perseverance.

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