You survived not to live on your time is short, you have to give a proof of truth
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Survival alone is not enough; one must prove their truth during their short time alive.
- In plain terms
- You must show your truth while alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Prove your truth while you have time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you prove your truth?
- What gives life meaning?
Another view
Truth may not always need proof.
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