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We get into the habit of living before acquiring the habit of thinking.
"We get into the habit of living before acquiring the habit of thinking."— Albert Camus
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Meaning of this quote
Daily life often begins as a habit before a person examines its purposes. Camus uses that gap to introduce philosophical reflection on existence.
Key takeaway:
Make room to examine routines you otherwise follow automatically.
Origin of the quote
The Myth of Sisyphus (1942), Absurdity and Suicide.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe translated passage is included in the University of Utah’s Camus selection. English wording varies slightly across editions.
