The quote from Milan Kundera's "Ignorance" suggests that adolescents may find the concept of death easier to accept than adults do. This is because, for young people, the implications of death do not resonate as deeply, as they do not yet fully comprehend or connect with the notion of a future that is meaningful or tangible. Their perception of time and life leads them to view death as an abstract concept, which diminishes its emotional weight for them.

In contrast, adults are often acutely aware of the significance of what is lost with death. They have more experiences, dreams, and relationships that they would have to forfeit, making the idea of dying a heavier burden. While adolescents might see death as a choice with less at stake, adults grapple with a profound sense of loss that comes with the realization of all they will leave behind.