“That is not dead which can eternal lie, and with strange aeons even death may die.”
What this quote means
This quote evokes the idea that nothing is truly eternal, not even death. It resonates with our fear of the unknown and our desire to understand what transcends us. In life, it reminds us that our certainties are fragile and that the universe holds mysteries beyond our control. It applies when we face events that shatter our worldview.
How to apply it daily
Embrace an uncertainty in your life as an invitation to explore the unknown, rather than a threat. Meditate on something you believed was immutable and that might change.
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