Sorrow is an inextricable part of life. Whoever lives experiences it. There's no escape. If we understand this then we would stop bewailing every misfortune that occurs. Life is a bargain. You want joy but you can't have it without suffering. You must accept the whole package.

The Ancient Sage

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My whole wretched life swam before my weary eyes, and I realized no matter what you do it's bound to be a waste of time in the end so you might as well go mad.

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Disappointment has quite a penchant for taking one by surprise.

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