Quote by E. M. Cioran

The source of our actions resides in an unconscious propensity to regard ourselves as the center, the cause, and the conclusion of time. Our reflexes and our pride transform into a planet the parcel of flesh and consciousness we are.


The source of our actions resides in an unconscious propensi

Summary

This quote highlights the deep-rooted tendency of human nature to perceive ourselves as the central and influential force in the world. It suggests that our actions and behaviors are driven by an inherent inclination to view ourselves as the cause and purpose of everything that happens around us. The quote further emphasizes how our instinctive reactions and ego lead us to treat our own existence as significant as an entire planet, representing both our physical bodies and conscious minds.

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Ego
By E. M. Cioran
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