is what makes moments caught up in the immanence of return suddenly appear as ends. In every other system, don't forget, these moments are viewed as means: Every moral system proclaims that each moment of life ought to be motivated. Return unmotivates the moment and frees life of ends.

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of "return" - possibly referring to cycles or repeat occurrences - gives moments a sense of finality, making them appear as ends rather than just means to an end. In contrast to other systems, which emphasize the need for a purpose or motivation in each moment, the idea of return releases life from this restriction and allows for a more spontaneous and liberated existence. By removing the need for motivation, life becomes free from the constraints of predetermined goals or purposes.

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