Everything vital is, not only irrational, but anti-rational, and everything rational is anti-vital.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life's most important forces often defy pure logic or strict rationality.
- In plain terms
- What matters most in life can seem irrational or even go against reason.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not rely solely on logic when dealing with human or vital matters.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When has ignoring logic served you well?
- Can life be fully rational?
Another view
Reason is still essential for safety and structure.
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