Heavy Burden

Albert Camus poignantly remarked, "Beginning to think is beginning to be undermined." This observation strikes a chord, for to deeply reflect on one's existence is to deconstruct oneself. It involves halting in one's tracks to sift through life's accumulated experiences, shedding what is extraneous, and tearing down outdated structures with the hope of building anew. The word 'undermined' carries with it an intensity that cannot be overlooked, as it embodies the discomfort of pain, loss, and the arduous task of choosing challenging paths while risking the familiar to avoid past errors and stay true to one’s course. Yet, the question remains: is the anguish of such introspection justified? If one were to simply drift along life's currents, what shape would our lives take? These reflections mirror the queries that Camus explored in "The Myth of Sisyphus," where he delves into the tale of the ancient figure condemned by gods to an eternity of futile labor. As Sisyphus toiled to push a boulder uphill only to watch it tumble down repeatedly, one wonders about the nature of his thoughts during his relentless pursuit. What significance does Sisyphus' endless struggle hold for us today?