Quote by Michel de Montaigne, Of Experien

We are great fools: He has spent his life in idleness. We say, I have done nothing today. Really, have you not lived? This is not only the most fundamental but the most illustrious of your occupations

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Summary

This quote highlights how often we undervalue the daily experiences and activities that make up our lives. The speaker argues that considering oneself idle or unproductive is foolish because merely existing and participating in life is not only fundamental but also meaningful and worthy of admiration. It encourages a shift in perspective towards appreciating and recognizing the value in every moment and the act of simply being alive.

By Michel de Montaigne, Of Experien

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