I can never drive my car over a bridge without thinking of suicide. I can never look at a lake or an ocean without thinking of suicide.
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I'll get back to the whores and the horses and the booze, while there's time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a desire to indulge in life's vices and enjoy the present moment.
In this quote, Charles Bukowski expresses a resignation to life's pleasures and vices, suggesting that one should embrace these experiences while they still can. It highlights a hedonistic view, where the enjoyment of earthly pleasures such as companionship and drink is prioritized, especially in the face of life's impermanence.
Themes
LifePleasureIndulgenceVicesEnjoyment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a discussion about living in the moment at a motivational talk.
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