Quote by Cesare Pavese

Life is pain and the enjoyment of love is an anesthetic.

Life is pain and the enjoyment of love is an anesthetic.

Summary

This quote suggests that life is inherently painful, filled with struggles and hardships. However, the experience of love helps to temporarily numb or alleviate this pain, acting as an anesthetic. Love brings joy, happiness, and comfort to our lives, allowing us to momentarily forget or escape from the pain that life often brings. It implies that the ability to love and be loved serves as a soothing remedy, offering respite from the inevitable difficulties of existence.

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