Quote by Roberta Flack

To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering.

To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in

Summary

This quote is a reflection on the human experience of suffering. It suggests that life inherently includes periods of pain, challenges, and hardships. However, it emphasizes the importance of not merely enduring this suffering, but also seeking purpose or significance in it. It implies that surviving encompasses more than just enduring or escaping the suffering but actively finding value, growth, or lessons within those moments. Ultimately, the quote acknowledges that enduring suffering alone is not enough; it is the pursuit of meaning in our struggles that allows us to truly survive and surpass these difficult times.

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Suffering

By Roberta Flack

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