Quote by Emile M. Cioran

Negation is the mind's first freedom, yet a negative habit is fruitful only so long as we exert ourselves to overcome it, adapt it to our needs once acquired it can imprison us.

Negation is the mind's first freedom, yet a negative habit i

Summary

This quote suggests that embracing negativity can initially grant us freedom and the opportunity to challenge existing beliefs or habits. However, this freedom is only useful when we continually strive to conquer negativity and utilize it to our advantage. If we become complacent and allow negativity to become ingrained in our psyche without working to overcome it, it can eventually constrain and limit us, trapping us in a cycle of pessimism and hindering personal growth and progress.

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Freedom

By Emile M. Cioran

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