Quote by Sri Aurobindo

Hard is it to be in the world, free, yet living the life of ordinary men; but because it is hard, therefore it must be attempted and accomplished.

Hard is it to be in the world, free, yet living the life of

Summary

This quote suggests that it is a challenging task to live a life of freedom while still conforming to societal norms. However, the difficulty should not deter individuals from attempting to achieve this balance. Instead, it implies that the very fact that it is hard makes it all the more important to strive for and accomplish. It encourages people to embrace the challenge and continue striving for a life that combines personal freedom with successfully navigating the expectations of ordinary life.

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