It strikes me that although we occasionally carp about Having To Suffer, and moan about never producing real Art, and become despondent or try too hard to compensate, we are indulging in our usual trick of synthesizing something to worry about, and should really be thanking ourselves that we live the life we do. We may think ourselves parasites, complain about Mind-generated tales, and long for 'genuine' feelings, 'real' emotion, but we are missing the point, and indeed making a work of art ourselves in imagining such an uncomplicated existence is even possible. We have the best of it.
The quote highlights a common tendency to dwell on dissatisfaction and the burden of suffering, while overlooking gratitude for our lives. The author suggests that instead of lamenting the struggle for authenticity in our art and emotions, we should recognize that our concerns often stem from self-created narratives. This tendency to complain detracts from appreciating the life we have, where even the process of grappling with these feelings can be seen as a form of artistic expression.
Moreover, the notion that we perceive ourselves as 'parasites' or feel disconnected from genuine emotions reflects a profound misunderstanding. The author emphasizes that longing for an uncomplicated existence may lead us to miss the beauty in our complexities. Ultimately, our experiences and struggles can contribute to a richer artistic creation, asserting that we are already living a valuable life filled with potential for creativity.
