The document discusses the idea of objects having purpose and sentience. It suggests that if everyday objects like bags, tables, folders, and locks came to life, they would already know their purpose and not face uncertainty or have to search for meaning. While the objects may find life simple without struggles, the narrator argues that not knowing one's purpose allows for freedom, choices, mistakes and the thrill of discovery - making life more interesting for humans. Overall, the document contrasts the predetermined roles of objects with the complex journey of finding purpose and meaning in human life.
The document discusses the idea of objects having purpose and sentience. It suggests that if everyday objects like bags, tables, folders, and locks came to life, they would already know their purpose and not face uncertainty or have to search for meaning. While the objects may find life simple without struggles, the narrator argues that not knowing one's purpose allows for freedom, choices, mistakes and the thrill of discovery - making life more interesting for humans. Overall, the document contrasts the predetermined roles of objects with the complex journey of finding purpose and meaning in human life.
The document discusses the idea of objects having purpose and sentience. It suggests that if everyday objects like bags, tables, folders, and locks came to life, they would already know their purpose and not face uncertainty or have to search for meaning. While the objects may find life simple without struggles, the narrator argues that not knowing one's purpose allows for freedom, choices, mistakes and the thrill of discovery - making life more interesting for humans. Overall, the document contrasts the predetermined roles of objects with the complex journey of finding purpose and meaning in human life.
our purpose is. Some spend their lives trying to find out what it is, while most actually do so without realizing it. I don’t agree with the thought entirely, but, I do understand to some extent. How can someone go on a trip without a destination? Dressing up to go grocery shopping? Cooking dinner for a bunch of people you hate? Too bad the lucky ones can’t even walk or talk.
If my bag could talk, I bet it would say
something like “Hey, I keep your wallet and lip balm in me and are, therefore, safe and sound. What do you do with your life?” As rude as it is, it’s true! If everyday objects suddenly came to life one day, I’d imagine the first thing they’d do would be to laugh at my face! They had a purpose even before they existed. Mr. Table would be responsible for holding everything we need, whether it’s food or a simple placemat. Mrs. Folder could teach us a thing or two about orderliness. And Ms. Key and Mr. Lock would be in charge of home security, no one would stand a chance against them! They wouldn’t complain. They’d just live their lives without anything lacking.
To say I’m jealous would be an assumption,
though, because I’m not. I’m simply curious to know what it’s like to have to worry about nothing because everything’s laid out in front of you.
As much as I dislike uncertainty, I greatly
appreciate the hard work that comes with it. The thought of my mirror coming to life is fascinating but it’s kind of pitiable. Eventually, they’re going to get tired of the same old thing and I’ll be like “Poor living things, literally, must be bored out of their wits trying to be something more than what they’re supposed to be.” Especially since they're alive. Emotions and opinions are present.
When you think about it, if we know what
our purpose is from the moment we are born, life would be a waiting game and we’d all just be waiting for the time to come when we will serve our purpose. In other words, life would be a bore. No thrill, no choices, no acceptance of mistakes, no freedom.
They may be lucky. But, we’re blessed. We
don’t know anything yet. We live to find out and along the way, we find other things. And it’s all because we’re not fixed on some desk or a wall.