Why has my life turned out to be so worthless?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A direct expression of deep despair about the value of one's existence.
- In plain terms
- The speaker feels their life has no purpose.
- What can you take from it?
- Despair can make life feel meaningless.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life worth?
- Have you asked this question before?
Another view
It captures a feeling that may not reflect objective reality.
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