Quote by Coleman Dowell

Being is a fiction invented by those who suffer from becoming.

Being is a fiction invented by those who suffer from becomin

Summary

This quote suggests that "being" is a concept created by individuals who find discomfort or dissatisfaction in the process of "becoming," or in experiencing growth and change. It implies that "being," or the idea of a static and fixed identity, is merely an illusion or a story we tell ourselves to alleviate the anxiety that comes with constantly evolving. It challenges the notion of permanence and emphasizes the fluidity and impermanence of our existence.

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By Coleman Dowell

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