It is in the nature of the human being to seek a justification for his actions.
Aleksandr SolzhenitsynAnd keep as few things as possible, so that you don't have to fear for them. Give them up without a struggle-because otherwise the humiliation will poison your heart. They will take them away from you in a fight, and trying to hold onto your property will only leave you with a bloodied mouth ... But by owning things and trembling about their fate aren't you forfeiting the rare opportunity of observing and understanding?
Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn