Life, friends, is boring. We must not say so. After all, the sky flashes, the great sea yearns, we ourselves flash and yearn, and moreover my mother told me as a boy (repeatedly) Ever to confess you're bored means you have no inner Resources. I conclude now I have no inner resources, because I am heavy bored.

Summary

This quote reflects the theme of boredom in life and the idea that admitting to being bored signifies a lack of inner resources. The speaker acknowledges that life, at times, can be monotonous and uneventful, yet suggests that it is important not to openly admit this boredom. Referencing the beauty and longing found in nature, the speaker's own desires, and a childhood lesson from their mother, it implies that true fulfillment comes from actively seeking and engaging with the world rather than succumbing to boredom. Ultimately, the quote highlights the speaker's struggle with their own sense of boredom and inner emptiness.

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