At great periods you have always felt, deep within you, the temptation to commit suicide. You gave yourself to it, breached your own defenses. You were a child. The idea of suicide was a protest against life; by dying, you would escape this longing for death.

Summary

This quote reflects the profound and intense moments in which individuals may find themselves grappling with the intense temptation to end their own lives. It suggests that during these dark periods, one surrenders to this desire, disregarding any self-preservation instincts that may exist. The quote also alludes to the idea that contemplating suicide is, in a way, a form of rebellion against the hardships of life, providing an illusion of freedom from the overwhelming longing for death.

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