Dull Quote by Victor LaValle
““There are people who say life is dull. Just a series of mundane events. But I can’t agree. Things happen. Bet on that.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Changeling, 2020
Life's monotony is broken by unexpected events that add meaning.
In simple terms: Life isn’t boring; events add meaning.
Key Takeaway
Seek novelty.
Themes
meaning
unexpectedness
engagement
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- travel
- social interactions
Key Concepts
existentialism
narrative theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What unexpected event changed your view?
- How do you find meaning in routine?
A Different Perspective
Some events are trivial.
![“Music [is] the third rail of life. You grabbed it to shock yourself out of the dull drag of hours. To feel something. To burn with all the emotions you didn't get to experience in the ordinary run of school, TV, and loading the dishwasher after dinner.” quote by Joe Hill](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/44b/joe-hill-1162_dinner_music-is-the-third-rail-of-life-you-grab_5424.jpg)
