When you're unhappy, I guess everything in the world - reading, eating, sleeping - has something buried somewhere inside it that just makes you unhappier.
The quote from Nick Hornby's book "A Long Way Down" reflects on the pervasive nature of unhappiness. It suggests that when a person is struggling with negative feelings, even the simplest pleasures in life—like reading, eating, or sleeping—can carry an underlying sense of dissatisfaction. This idea highlights how profound emotions can color our perceptions of everyday experiences, making it difficult to find joy in routine activities.
This perspective encourages introspection, as...
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