It must be strange to keep your strong mind in a body that grows older and weaker and no longer resembles your own image of yourself.

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The quote from Jane Hamilton's "The Book of Ruth" reflects the internal struggle faced by many as they age. It speaks to the dissonance between one's mental strength and the physical decline that comes with growing older. The mind remains vibrant and filled with thoughts and aspirations, yet the body betrays that image, creating a sense of alienation from oneself.

This tension illustrates a common human experience: the confrontation with mortality...

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