You are 27 or 28 right? It is very tough to live at that age. When nothing is sure. I have sympathy with you.
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Everybody burns out in this world; amateur, pro, it doesn't matter, they all burn out, they all get hurt, the OK guys and the not-OK guys both. That's why everybody takes out a little insurance. I've got some too, here at the bottom of the heap. That way, you manage to survive if you burn out. If you're all by yourself and don't belong anywhere, you go down once, and you're out. Finished.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Everyone experiences burnout regardless of their level of expertise, and having support is crucial for survival.
In this quote, Haruki Murakami expresses that burnout is a universal experience affecting individuals across all walks of life, whether they are amateurs or professionals. The importance of having a support system or 'insurance' in place is emphasized, as it helps people to cope with the challenges and difficulties they face, ensuring that they can recover and continue moving forward even after experiencing setbacks.
Themes
BurnoutSupportInsuranceLifeSurvival
In practice
Example use cases
Include this quote in a speech about mental health awareness.
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