Freedom comes only to those who no longer ask of life that it shall yield them any of those personal goods that are subject to the mutations of time.
“إن الحرية لا تنالها إلا النفوس التي كفت عن مطالبة الحياة بأي من تلك المآرب الشخصية الخاضعة لتقلبات الزمن.”
This reflection by Bertrand Russell centers on the nature of Life and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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