Quote by Orson Scott Card

To be cut off from the land of the living, and yet not to be dead. How could I bear that? That's how most men live, and don't even know it.


To be cut off from the land of the living, and yet not to be

Summary

This quote speaks to the idea that many people live their lives in a state of disconnectedness or numbness, despite being physically alive. The speaker expresses the fear and inability to imagine enduring such a detached existence, highlighting the subtle ways in which many individuals go through life without truly engaging or experiencing its fullness. It suggests the importance of embracing the present moment and living in a way that is fully engaged and connected to the world around us.

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Men
By Orson Scott Card
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