Quote by James Thurber

Every man is occasionally visited by the suspicion that the planet on which he is riding is not really going anywhere; that the Force which controls its measured eccentricities hasn't got anything special in mind. If he broods on this somber theme long enough he gets the doleful idea that the laughing children on a merry-go-round or the thin, fine hands of a lady's watch are revolving more purposely than he is.

Every man is occasionally visited by the suspicion that the

Summary

This quote highlights a common existential feeling many individuals experience. It suggests that at times, people may question the purpose or direction of their existence, feeling as though they lack a clear trajectory or intention in their lives. The comparison to a merry-go-round and a lady's watch emphasizes the perception that others, such as children or even inanimate objects, may seem to have a more deliberate and directed movement compared to one's own journey. This quote encapsulates the universal struggle with finding meaning and purpose in life and the occasional self-doubt that arises from it.

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