There's a hardness I'm seeing in modern people. Those little moments of goofiness that used to make the day pass seem to have gone. Life's so serious now.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Modern society seems to have lost its capacity for lightheartedness and fun compared to the past.
- In plain terms
- People today seem more serious and less playful than before.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't let seriousness take over all moments of joy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When was the last time you were just silly?
Another view
Seriousness may be a reaction to real global problems.
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