Quote by Ross David Burke

Am I a mindless fool? My life is a fragment, a disconnected dream that has no continuity. I am so tired of senselessness. I am tired of the music that my feelings sing, the dream music.

Am I a mindless fool? My life is a fragment, a disconnected

Summary

This quote reflects a deep sense of disillusionment and dissatisfaction with life. The speaker questions their own intelligence and purpose, feeling as though their existence lacks meaning and coherence. They express weariness towards the irrationality and transient nature of their emotions, comparing them to a disjointed and aimless musical composition. It portrays a profound longing for a greater sense of purpose and coherence in life, and a desire to escape the senselessness they perceive.

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Music Dream Mental Illness Discontinuity Schizophrenia

By Ross David Burke

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