Quotes With Meaning
Grief ... gives life a permanently provisional feeling. It doesn't seem worth starting anything. I can't settle down. I yawn, I fidget, I smoke too much. Up till this I always had too little time. Now there is nothing but time. Almost pure time, empty successiveness.
Grief ... gives life a permanently provisional feeling. It doesn't seem worth starting anything. I can't settle down. I yawn, I fidget, I smoke too much. Up till this I always had too little time. Now there is nothing but time. Almost pure time, empty successiveness.
C.S. Lewis reflects on how grief can create a sense of stagnation in life. When someone is grieving, it can feel like time stretches endlessly, making it hard to commit to new beginnings or find motivation. This sense of emptiness can lead to restlessness, like yawning or fidgeting, as the person feels disconnected from their previous drive. The overwhelming sense of 'nothing but time' can paradoxically feel like a burden, rather than a freedom. In this state, one may struggle to find meaning or direction, questioning the value of starting anything new. Grief alters one’s mindset, leaving life feeling provisional and unanchored. Ultimately, Lewis suggests that while grief is a profound experience, it can also challenge us to confront our relationship with time and purpose. Embracing this struggle can lead to personal growth and a deeper understanding of life’s transient nature.