In our desire for eternal life we pray for an eternity of our habit and comfort, forgetting that immortality is in repeatedly transcending the definite forms of life in order to pursue the infinite truth of life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True immortality comes from growth and transcending old habits, not from preserving comfort.
- In plain terms
- Immortality means growing beyond old habits not staying comfortable forever.
- What can you take from it?
- Growth and change are the true paths to lasting life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What habits hold you back?
- What truth are you pursuing?
Another view
Stability can also be valuable for mental health.
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