Quote by Simone de Beauvoir

I tore myself away from the safe comfort of certainties through my love for truth - and truth rewarded me.

I tore myself away from the safe comfort of certainties thro

Summary

This quote emphasizes the speaker's conscious decision to abandon the reassuring realm of certainty and embrace the pursuit of truth. Through their unwavering dedication to discovering what is true and honest, they were ultimately rewarded. The quote suggests that by pushing oneself beyond the boundaries of comfort and embracing the uncertainties that come with seeking truth, one can find fulfillment and enlightenment.

By Simone de Beauvoir

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