The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life's worth comes from conscious awareness, not just staying alive.
- In plain terms
- Life is valuable if you are aware, not just alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek awareness and contemplation to value life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life value?
- Are you aware or just surviving?
Another view
Survival itself can hold value for some in dire circumstances.
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