“There is no salvation in becoming adapted to a world which is crazy ”
— Henry Miller
Simplified Meaning:
Living in a chaotic or irrational world shouldn't make you abandon your values or lose yourself in trying to fit in. Imagine you're at a party where everyone is acting wildly and irresponsibly. Just because everyone else is doing it doesn't mean you should join in and lose your sense of what’s right. In history, there have been times when whole societies have gone down misguided paths, like during political regimes that promoted harmful ideologies. If people had just gone along with it without thinking for themselves, they would have contributed to the damage. In your life, this might mean sticking to your principles even when others around you are behaving badly or making poor choices. You don't have to change who you are or accept unreasonable situations just to be accepted by others. Staying true to yourself in a world that often seems unreasonable can be challenging, but it is important for your personal integrity and well-being. Remember, fitting into an unhealthy environment can lead you astray, but staying true to yourself can bring lasting fulfillment.
