There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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Humankind can't stand too much reality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
People often struggle to cope with the harsh truths of life.
T. S. Eliot's quote suggests that humanity has a natural tendency to avoid or deny uncomfortable realities. This notion highlights the psychological barriers people create to protect themselves from the often harsh truths of existence, implying that facing reality can be overwhelming and difficult.
Themes
RealityHumankindTruthPsychologyExistence
In practice
Example use cases
During a talk on mental health, one might quote this to illustrate the challenges people face in confronting their issues.
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