Did you ever think that however much they railed against the universe or fate or god or whatever else, that they might not thank you for stealing from them all that makes them human?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Removing struggle or fate from people's lives might strip them of what makes them human. Gratitude for suffering is unexpected but possible.
- In plain terms
- If you take away all struggles, you might rob people of what makes them human.
- What can you take from it?
- Struggles often define our humanity more than comfort does.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel human?
- Would you thank someone for removing your pain?
Another view
Not all suffering adds meaning; some is just pointless harm.
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