Quote by Sam Harris

Consider it: every person you have ever met, every person will suffer the loss of his friends and family. All are going to lose everything they love in this world. Why would one want to be anything but kind to them in the meantime?

Consider it: every person you have ever met, every person wi

Summary

This quote highlights the inevitable nature of loss and suffering that all individuals experience throughout their lives. It asserts that since everyone will go through these painful experiences, it is essential for one to approach others with kindness and empathy. The reasoning is that given the shared fate of losing loved ones and cherished things, there should be a desire to bring love, compassion, and support to others' lives while they are still present.

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