There is a quality of life which lies always beyond the mere fact of life; and when we include the quality in the fact, there is still omitted the quality of the quality.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life has depth beyond just existing. Even when we add quality to life, there is always more depth to find.
- In plain terms
- Life is more than just being alive; there is always more meaning.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for deeper meaning beyond basic existence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What quality of life are you currently missing?
Another view
It implies infinite layers of quality, which may not exist.
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