Quote by Anais Nin

My life is slowed up by thought and the need to understand what I am living.

My life is slowed up by thought and the need to understand w

Summary

In this quote, the author expresses a sentiment of feeling psychologically burdened by their own introspection and the constant need to make sense of their experiences. They feel that their thoughts and desire for comprehension hinder their ability to live life fully and freely, as they are continuously engaged in analyzing and processing their daily existence. This perception highlights the struggle of balancing the desire to understand life's intricacies while not getting entangled in overthinking that may impede the ability to simply appreciate the present moment.

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Life

By Anais Nin

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