Quote by David Cronenberg

Do you remember when you found out you wouldn't live forever? People don't talk about this, but everybody had to go through it because you're not born with that knowledge.

Do you remember when you found out you wouldn't live forever

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This quote highlights the universal experience of realizing our mortality. It emphasizes that despite the inevitability of death, it is seldom discussed openly. The quote suggests that everyone goes through this realization at some point during their life as it is not innate knowledge. It prompts reflection on the human condition and ultimately encourages a deeper understanding and acceptance of our limited time on Earth.

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