Karen Thompson WalkerThe only thing you have to do in this life is die, " said Mrs. Pinsky..."everything else is a choice.
About This Quote
In this quote from Norman Cousins, the author of the book “Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient,” he is helping those who are afflicted with a serious disease that requires constant care and taking care of not to feel overwhelmed by it. Because of that, they can choose to be happy and continue living instead of dying.
Source: The Age Of Miracles
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