Quote by Mark Twain

Why do you sit there looking like an envelope without any address on it?

Why do you sit there looking like an envelope without any ad

Summary

This quote, often attributed to American poet Charles Bukowski, serves as a metaphor for someone's aimlessness or lack of purpose in life. By comparing a person to an envelope without an address, it suggests that the individual in question appears lost and directionless, lacking a clear sense of identity or goal. This quote can be interpreted as a poignant reminder to find purpose, set goals, and actively navigate through life instead of passively drifting through it.

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