avatarErica Donaldson-Ellison

Summary

The text reflects on the human tendency to accumulate and safeguard possessions, drawing a parallel to squirrels, and questions the purpose of such efforts in the grand scheme of life.

Abstract

The article titled "Life Routine" compares human behavior to that of squirrels, emphasizing our instinct to collect and protect our belongings. It suggests that our lives often revolve around the accumulation of necessities and the protection of our valued possessions from potential loss or theft. The author ponders the significance of these actions, questioning whether the roles we assume as protectors of our treasures and the vigilance against potential thieves hold any lasting value once life's purpose has been served.

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  • The author likens human materialistic tendencies to the behavior of squirrels, implying a natural, almost instinctual, aspect to our collecting and protective behaviors.
  • There is a sense of futility conveyed in the text regarding the preoccupation with accumulation and security, suggesting that these concerns may be trivial in the broader context of life.
  • The author seems to challenge the reader to consider the true value of possessions and the energy spent on them, especially when life's purpose transcends material wealth.

Life Routine

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Like squirrels, we gather around us our necessities for living Store and protect our sparkling treasures from encircling magpies which monopolises our concerns until life relinquishes its usefulness of both protector and of the potential thief?

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