As long as I have a want, I have a reason for living. Satisfaction is death.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Desire gives life purpose, so complete satisfaction feels like a loss of will.
- In plain terms
- You live because you want things, not when you are satisfied.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep wanting things to stay motivated.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is wanting better than having?
- Do you fear success?
Another view
It suggests that being content is inherently negative or dangerous.
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