Quote by Aldous Huxley

Most of one's life is one prolonged effort to prevent oneself thinking.

Most of one's life is one prolonged effort to prevent onesel

Summary

This quote suggests that people often try to avoid deep reflection or introspection. Instead of engaging in deep thought, individuals may engage in distractions or keep busy in order to avoid facing their own thoughts. It implies that this tendency to prevent deep thinking is a common trait in many people's lives, perhaps as a means of escaping self-awareness or discomfort arising from introspection. It highlights a widespread inclination to resist confronting one's own innermost thoughts and feelings.

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Thought

By Aldous Huxley

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