Quote by Alan Watts

We cannot be more sensitive to pleasure without being more sensitive to pain.

We cannot be more sensitive to pleasure without being more s

Summary

This quote highlights the interconnectedness of human emotions and experiences. It suggests that one cannot fully experience and appreciate pleasure without also being aware of and familiar with pain. In other words, heightened sensitivity and appreciation for the positive aspects of life can only exist alongside an understanding and recognition of the negative aspects. It implies that the range of human emotions and experiences contributes to a more enriched and meaningful existence.

By Alan Watts

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