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The Genius of Humanity

Embracing Life’s Imperfections

By Karima SH.Published about a year ago 1 min read

 

In our quest to understand the essence of life, we realize that true genius is revealed in moments of profound disruption, when life ceases to offer familiar incentives to continue. It is during these times that the brilliance of the human spirit emerges, creating a backup version of existence—a life that may not be rich in profound meaning but holds enough value to sustain us.

True genius does not lie in the relentless pursuit of an ideal form of happiness. Instead, it is found in the ability to navigate through days that may seem barren or dull, moving forward with minimal losses. The essence of wisdom lies in enduring and adapting to life as it is, accepting its inherent challenges and imperfections, rather than continuously attempting to shape it according to our idealized visions.

Nevertheless, the attempt to mold life into a place of constant happiness is nothing more than pure human folly.

MemoirRevealYoung Adult

About the Creator

Karima SH.

"I came as a seer to this sand, investigating the possibilities of darkness,I came to buy legends, time, and ash."

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  • Amy Blackabout a year ago

    Your writing is poignant, thoughtful and well painted. Thank you for sharing this.

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