Quote by Milan Kundera

I think, therefore I am is the statement of an intellectual who underrates toothaches.

I think, therefore I am is the statement of an intellectual

Summary

This quote suggests that an intellectual, who prides themselves on their ability to think and reason, fails to fully understand or acknowledge the significance of physical pain such as a toothache. While the philosopher RenÃ© Descartes famously coined the phrase "I think, therefore I am" to emphasize human existence and consciousness, this interpretation adds a humorous twist by highlighting the limitation of intellectualism when confronted with genuine physical discomfort. It implies that sometimes intellectual pursuits and ideas may overlook or downplay the importance of more tangible aspects of life.

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Intelligence

By Milan Kundera

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