Energy Quotes
Nobody realizes that some people expend tremendous energy merely to be normal.
"Nobody realizes that some people expend tremendous energy merely to be normal."— Albert Camus
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Meaning of this quote
Appearing ordinary can require considerable invisible effort from people facing unusual inner demands.
Key takeaway:
Avoid judging the difficulty of someone's life only by outward appearance.
Origin of the quote
Blanche Balain's remark recorded by Camus in Notebook IV; English translation by Justin O'Brien.
Who actually said this?
Camus records the remark as B.B. rather than claiming it as his own; historical tracing identifies Blanche Balain.
