Quote by Aristotle

To perceive is to suffer.

To perceive is to suffer.

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of perceiving or gaining awareness can lead to suffering. It implies that our perception of certain things, whether they are painful experiences or challenging truths, can have distressing consequences. It implies that ignorance or being unaware might shield us from suffering that comes from perceiving and understanding certain aspects of life. By acknowledging and perceiving the world around us, we might become aware of pain or difficult realities, which can lead to emotional distress or suffering.

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Life Understanding Suffer Empathy

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