Quote by Albert Einstein

The strange thing about growing old is that the intimate identification with the here and now is slowly lost; one feels transposed into infinity, more or less alone, no longer in hope or fear, only observing.

The strange thing about growing old is that the intimate ide

Summary

This quote reflects on the experience of growing older and the changes that occur in one's perspective. As people age, they gradually lose their strong attachment to the present moment and become more aware of their place in the broader timeline of life. This can lead to a sense of being disconnected from the world, feeling alone, and no longer driven by hopes or fears. Instead, one becomes an observer, taking in the events and circumstances without the urgent emotional attachments of youth.

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Infinity

By Albert Einstein

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