Quote by Albert Camus

Live to the point of tears.

Live to the point of tears.

Summary

This quote suggests that one should live their life with such passion and intensity that it moves them to tears â€“ tears of joy, fulfillment, or even vulnerability. It encourages embracing life with a deep emotional investment, fully experiencing all the highs and lows that come with truly living. By living with such intensity and allowing emotions to flow freely, one can reach a level of authenticity and connectedness to the world around them that makes life more meaningful and purposeful. It reminds us to seize every moment and cherish the depth of emotions that come with truly living.

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Life

By Albert Camus

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