Quote by Michel de Montaigne

It is not death, it is dying that alarms me.

It is not death, it is dying that alarms me.

Summary

This quote reflects the fear or concern one may have about the process of dying, rather than death itself. It suggests that the anticipation or experience of dying can be more unsettling or unsettling than the concept of death as a permanent state. It underscores the notion that facing the unknown and potentially painful aspects of dying can be particularly distressing and anxiety-inducing for individuals.

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