Quote by Soren Kierkegaard

Since my earliest childhood a barb of sorrow has lodged in my heart. As long as it stays I am ironic -- if it is pulled out I shall die.

Since my earliest childhood a barb of sorrow has lodged in m

Summary

This quote alludes to the speaker's deep-seated sadness that has existed since their childhood. They suggest that this sorrow, like a thorn, has become an integral part of their identity. Paradoxically, they imply that their irony and wit, perhaps their way of coping, rely on this underlying pain. They worry that if this sorrow is ever completely eradicated, they will lose their will to live. This quote presents a complex perspective on the connection between suffering, humor, and the fragility of the human spirit.

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By Soren Kierkegaard

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