I spent my life learning to feel less. Every day I felt less. Is that maturing? Or is it worse? One cannot protect himself from sadness without protecting himself at the same time from happiness.
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In the book "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer, the protagonist reflects on a life spent trying to minimize emotional pain. He questions whether his ability to feel less is a sign of maturity or an indication of something negative. This introspection leads him to ponder the complexities of emotional growth.
The quote emphasizes the duality of emotions, suggesting that in an effort to shield oneself from sadness,...
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