Quote by Jean Rostand

To be adult is to be alone.

To be adult is to be alone.

Summary

This quote suggests that true adulthood is characterized by being able to handle and navigate life's challenges independently, without relying heavily on others for support or guidance. It implies that maturity entails a certain level of emotional and practical self-sufficiency. Growing up involves gradually distancing oneself from the need for constant companionship and gradually learning to face personal responsibilities and make decisions on one's own. It emphasizes the importance of independence and self-reliance as key elements of achieving adulthood.

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Maturity

By Jean Rostand

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