Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

What makes old age hard to bear is not the failing of one's faculties, mental and physical, but the burden of one's memories.

What makes old age hard to bear is not the failing of one's

Summary

This quote highlights that the difficulty of old age lies not in the decline of one's abilities or health, but rather in the weight of one's accumulated memories. It suggests that as people grow older, the sheer volume of memories and experiences they carry can become burdensome, possibly due to nostalgia, regrets, or the loss of loved ones. The quote alludes to the emotional toll that aging can take on individuals, emphasizing the impact of the past on their present state of being.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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