Quote by James Augustine

It is as painful perhaps to be awakened from a vision as to be born.

It is as painful perhaps to be awakened from a vision as to

Summary

This quote suggests that being abruptly pulled out of a cherished dream or illusion can be just as distressing, if not more so, as the pain experienced during the process of being born. It implies that having one's perception shattered and confronted with reality can be a jarring and uncomfortable experience, akin to the sudden shock and discomfort of the world as a newborn. The quote highlights the emotional disruption and vulnerability that can arise when we are forced to face the truth and leave behind our comforting fantasies.

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