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Albert Camus wrote that the only serious question is whether to kill yourself or not. Tom Robbins wrote that the only serious question is whether time has a beginning or an end. Camus clearly got up on the wrong side of the bed, and Robbins must have forgotten to set the alarm. There is only one serious question. And that question is: 'Who knows how to make love stay?'

Tom Robbins#11

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The author argues that love is the only truly serious question, not existence or death.
In plain terms
The only big question is how to make love last.
What can you take from it?
Love is the most important life question.

Where it applies

  • relationship advice
  • existential discussions
  • love debates

Putting it to work

  • focus on relationships
  • prioritize connection

Questions to consider

  • What makes life serious?
  • Why is love hard?

Another view

It simplifies complex philosophical issues.

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