Quote by Albert Camus

Yes, there was an element of abstraction and unreality in misfortune. But when an abstraction starts to kill you, you have to get to work on it.

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Summary

This quote suggests that while misfortune may feel abstract and disconnected from reality, it can still have dire consequences. It emphasizes the need to address and solve the underlying issues causing the misfortune. In such situations, it becomes important to take action and put in the effort to overcome and improve the circumstances that are negatively affecting one's life. Instead of passively accepting the abstract nature of misfortune, the quote encourages proactive measures to resolve it.

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Work Misfortune

By Albert Camus

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