The planet can collapse in the wake of bombing of bombs. The homeland can bend every day a new embezzler, and all the neighborhood residents can be taken to the death battalion. He can bear all this easily than what dares to say, but he is unable to withstand the sadness caused by one dream of Teresa.
In "The Unbearable Lightness of Being," Milan Kundera explores deep emotional and existential themes through the character's experiences with trauma and loss. The narrative presents a world where external chaos, such as war and betrayal, can be endured, yet the personal grief stemming from connections to others proves far more challenging to cope with.
The protagonist finds that while he can navigate the brutal realities of his environment, the haunting memory of a single dream of Teresa lingers in his mind. This contrast highlights the profound impact that personal relationships and memories have on one's psyche, suggesting that even in the midst of destruction, the weight of personal sorrow can be the most unbearable burden of all.