I no longer see a future. I've been told when I get older That I'll understand It all. But I'm not sure if I want to.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Young people may reject the idea that aging brings understanding.
- In plain terms
- I don't want to wait until I am old to understand life.
- What can you take from it?
- You don't need to wait to find meaning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you want to understand now?
- Does age bring wisdom?
Another view
Age does often bring perspective not available earlier.
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