Consciousness Quote by William Hazlitt
“Our repugnance to death increases in proportion to our consciousness of having lived in vain.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On the Awareness of Mortality, 1825
Our fear of death grows as we realize our lives may have been meaningless.
In simple terms: Awareness of mortality heightens fear of futility.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaningful purpose.
Themes
existentialism
mortality
meaning
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- career choices
- volunteering
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
self-reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning?
- How to confront mortality constructively?
A Different Perspective
Fear can paralyze action.
