I have always lived my life in the profession of being.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life is dedicated to the state of being rather than doing.
- In plain terms
- I live for existing, not doing.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize existence over action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your profession?
- Do you live to do or be?
Another view
Society often rewards doing over being.
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