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What does it mean?
The speaker expresses deep shame or responsibility simply for existing as a human.
In plain terms
Being human makes him feel guilty.
What can you take from it?
Consider your responsibility to others.

Where it applies

  • self-reflection
  • philosophical writing

Putting it to work

  • discussing ethics
  • journaling
  • group therapy

Questions to consider

  • Why do you feel guilty for existing?
  • What do you owe humanity?

Another view

It generalizes human nature too negatively.

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