"Life must be understood backwards. But it must be lived forwards." - Søren Kierkegaard

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“Life must be understood backwards. But it must be lived forwards.”

— Søren Kierkegaard

Things only make sense when you look back, but you can't wait for that clarity before moving forward. Trust the process, take the next step, and the meaning will reveal itself in time.

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