Quote by Oscar Wilde
I believe that if one man were to live out his life fully and completely, were to give form to every feeling, expression to every thought, reality to every dream - I believe that the world would gain such a fresh impulse of joy that we would forget all the maladies of medievalism, and return to the Hellenic ideal - to something finer, richer, than the Hellenic ideal, it may be. But the bravest man amongst us is afraid of himself. The mutilation of the savage has its tragic survival in the self-denial that mars our lives. We are punished for our refusals.
Summary
This quote suggests that if individuals were to embrace and express their authentic selves, fulfilling their dreams and embracing their emotions, the world would experience a rejuvenating surge of happiness. It argues that society's adherence to medievalistic ideas and self-denial thwart our potential for growth and happiness, resulting in punishment through missed opportunities and unfulfilled lives. The author implies that we are afraid to fully be ourselves, denying our true nature, which ultimately limits our ability to find contentment and fulfillment.
By Oscar Wilde
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