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What does it mean?
Bergman expresses skepticism about becoming religious in old age.
In plain terms
He hopes to stay free from religion as he ages.
What can you take from it?
Maintain intellectual independence.

Where it applies

  • personal reflection
  • aging concerns

Putting it to work

  • question assumptions

Questions to consider

  • What changes as you grow older?
  • Do you fear losing your beliefs?

Another view

Many find comfort in religion later in life.

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