"The soul which has no fixed purpose in life is lost; to be everywhere, is to be nowhere"
- Michel de Montaigne
About this Quote
This quote by Michel de Montaigne speaks to the significance of having a purpose in life. Without a repaired function, we are lost and without instructions. We might be hectic and active, but without a clear goal, we are aimless and without focus. We might be doing many things, but without a function, we are not really going anywhere. We might exist in many locations, however without a function, we are not really present in any of them. Having a function gives us instructions and focus, and assists us to maximize our energy and time. It gives us a sense of function and meaning, and helps us to make the most of our lives. Without a repaired purpose, we are lost and without instructions.
"Life is life - whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage"