Marcel ProustFor every death is a simplification of existence for the others, removes the necessity to show gratitude, the obligation to pay visits.
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Death is a simplification of existence for the others, removes the necessity to show gratitude, the obligation to pay visits. So when we lose someone dear to us, it is a simplification of existence for us. We no longer have to show gratitude or pay visits. We no longer have to feel the pain of our loss.
The gift that we receive when we lose someone is the gift of life. And in this gift lies so much comfort and hope - because when we lose someone, we often lose hope in life itself.
Source: Time Regained
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