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thatrussiangirl t1_j2wz8ic wrote

That’s not from that show. It’s much older.

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parabolicurve t1_j2xqoxh wrote

I first heard it in Kernode & Mayo film review. Back when their show was in BBC Radio 5 live.

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Roving_Rhythmatist t1_j2wft29 wrote

Poorly Paraphrased Marcus Aurelius:

Are you hurting?

-Yes

Will it kill you?

-No

Then there's nothing to worry about, you'll survive.

...version #2...

Are you hurting?

-Yes

Will it kill you?

-Yes

Then there's nothing to worry about, it will all be over soon.

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Whiplash17488 t1_j2xwln7 wrote

Thank you.

Also for those listening in. Marcus Aurelius had a 20+ year education as a Stoic philosopher. A Hellenic school of philosophy that taught you how to think about your life and every day decisions. Its something that can still be understood today so you can reach your own conclusions in life rather than following Marcus’ even.

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Blackshirts98 t1_j2zwkrs wrote

He wrote the most popular book we have on Stoicism yet would have disagreed to have been called a philosopher. Truly a once in a generation type of man

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GregFromStateFarm t1_j30kmgq wrote

Yeah, nah. This is not paraphrased Aurelius. This is an entirely different quote with no relevance to him.

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zanmato1109 t1_j2xvu20 wrote

Eh, maybe don't? It's kind of Live, Laugh, Love-y. If I saw it on someone, I'd think, "this is the kind of person who thinks Inception is an intellectual masterpiece and Olive Garden is fancy."

I know it sounds harsh, but I think knowing how it might seem to people is important. You don't want a tattoo that makes people fake smile and say, "that's great, hon."

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wise_quoter t1_j2x5njt wrote

"Not having achieved what they wanted, they pretended that they wanted exactly what they had achieved." Michel de Montaigne

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palegate t1_j2wfwp6 wrote

And if it's really the end, then just adjust your definition of okay.

I personally wouldn't tattoo that onto my body, but you do you.

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D-Raj t1_j2z4gsk wrote

The Gambling addiction mantra

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stevengreen11 t1_j2yoj72 wrote

How about, quit thinking that things should be okay, or easy. The obstacles in your path make your journey worthwhile. And it's not the end you should be striving for.

The obstacles ARE the path.

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dafugr t1_j2xwf7t wrote

"There are no happy endings because nothing ends." Schmendrick the Magician.

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I8NY t1_j3092zt wrote

Put it in your wallet where you can see it and show it to others. Take the money you would have spent on the tattoo and invest it. Old you will be appreciative.

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proteusON t1_j2xpn7o wrote

I automatically have a negative opinion with anybody that tattoos an inspirational quote to their body. What are you, a walking Instagram?

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whatdontyousee t1_j2y4yqc wrote

Not to rain on your parade but, this simply isn’t true.

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Firealarm32 OP t1_j2y8sgm wrote

From a suicidal standpoint it is

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stan4MarcusAurelius t1_j2ybj39 wrote

Get a semicolon like everyone else, this phrase on your wrist tells everyone "I'm that person who is going to make everything about my attempt"

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ladykatey t1_j2wjcy1 wrote

Have you heard of Project Semicolon?

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gotele t1_j2x5qn8 wrote

I've seen this attributed to John Lennon.

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aonele t1_j30i33q wrote

So I’m Taiwanese and speak Mandarin. The quote in the show is in Mandarin and goes, iirc:

船到橋頭自然直，船不直，沒到橋頭

The first part of this Chinese proverb means “the boat will right itself at the dock” and the second parts are “if the boat is not righted, you’re not at the dock yet”the general sense of the proverb is that “you’ll figure things out as you go, and things will fall into place when and if it’s meant to.” The second part of this saying is not common (at least to me as an Taiwanese immigrant). The first part is a Mandarin proverb, so much so that I thought the English was just a translation for the Mandarin proverb cuz I wasn’t familiar with the English version until the show. My theory now is that the show includes Asian writers or at least some sort language aficionado who was able to tie the proverb into the show.

I LOVED this being used in 1899, which takes place on an ocean liner!! It was a chef’s kiss in terms of subtlety and layering in a show. I totally forgot to look up if there’s an 1899 subreddit to talk about this lol

If you want an alternative, I do recommend having a Mandarin-speaking tattoo artist to tattoo the Mandarin version of this quote :)

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Trell3k t1_j2ym94z wrote

Went to the doc today. In the end, everthing was fine

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Sandpaper_Pants t1_j2zn8au wrote

The way I'm interpreting this, it's not the least bit motivating. It's horrifying.

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JustaCucumber t1_j30kd5z wrote

How are you interpreting it? I see it as sort of a “This too shall pass” kind of vibe

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Radiati t1_j2xd09h wrote

Everything will truly be okay when I’m buried or cremated 😂

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bigkitty17 t1_j2xskzb wrote

Idk why people are judging you for wanting this tattooed OP, it’s beautiful! Just go to someone who specializes in script.

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UniverseBear t1_j2ydnig wrote

I mean yah, I guess we'll all die eventually.

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yami76 t1_j2zanof wrote

Who’s 1899?

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Tunapizzacat t1_j305srg wrote

This will look terrible as a tattoo.

But "It's not the end" might be cool tattooed around the wrist like a wristband, so that it can be read in a continuous loop.

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Future-is-bright t1_j3075km wrote

From the best exotic Marigold hotel, Dev Pattel saying: « Everything will be all right in the end. If it’s not all right, it is not yet the end ».

Goodreads

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Bitter_Effective_352 t1_j30n1n2 wrote

I like it and if that’s what you want don’t worry worry about the opinion of a bunch of strangers. Just remember the world is a better place because you are still here

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[deleted] t1_j2x3br7 wrote

I would love to get a tattoo to cover up a certain scar as well. However, said scar is all over my left forearm and I don’t think there’s a discreet way to tattoo over that :(

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Purple_is_masculine t1_j2ylj2i wrote

I really don't like tattoos, but might I suggest a snake, a strip with text or symbols, a tree or plant, or maybe two smaller tattoos that conveniently hide it together.

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Winterlord7 t1_j2xjjo7 wrote

Repeat every day until the end, even if it never comes.

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Trips-Over-Tail t1_j2xuyk1 wrote

Mmm. The post-black hole Dark Era of the Universe.

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groeniess t1_j2yw42e wrote

Go for it. I just got my first tattoo saying “It is what it is”. It’s a reminder for my perception in life if you can’t control an outcome- so you keep moving and do your best.

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ifoundit1 t1_j2z23hy wrote

That's called opposite game. I'm sure a bad person smashed someone's head in to say they said that 1st.

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jabar18 t1_j2zfvbf wrote

None of us are getting out of this alive.

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Xylus1985 t1_j30ek6y wrote

You are right. It’s only the beginning.

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Nerds4Yous t1_j30w2kc wrote

You almost got a quote from a TV show?!

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FindingOutXo t1_j315z41 wrote

Scar? On your wrist, you say? You show me yours and I'll show you mine?

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Spicy_knock t1_j31bgr3 wrote

I am waiting for this quote comes true for 24+ years, but it doesn’t

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Winterlord7 t1_j2xjkk7 wrote

Repeat every day until the end, even if it never comes.

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ET__ t1_j2zadde wrote

Lmao. Yes, that’s from 1899. I say do it.

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Spamton496 t1_j30b2fi wrote

Not like i want to ruin your mood but, someone who i know told something like that to his friend and they ended in the hospital, his name was like a plant... Basil maybe?

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Lilimaej t1_j2x9iv7 wrote

Exactly! Thanks.. I needed to be reminded!!! 😍

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Lauraleslie t1_j2yykd2 wrote

Love this quote! Thanks for sharing it!

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GatsbyJunior t1_j2ycdpg wrote

That's a great sentiment. I'm glad you're okay, and I hope you continue to live by it.

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E2_Awesome_2 t1_j2yl8b7 wrote

This is one of my personal favorite quotes

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