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What does it mean?
A character wonders why his immense effort feels pointless despite his drive.
In plain terms
He cannot explain why working so hard matters to him.
What can you take from it?
Find your personal reason for striving.

Where it applies

  • midlife reflection
  • creative work
  • pursuing goals

Putting it to work

  • define your own motivation
  • reconnect with origins

Questions to consider

  • Why do you work hard?
  • Does purpose need a reason?

Another view

It assumes struggle must have a clear logical reason to be valid.

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