Why is art beautiful? Because it's useless.
Why is life so ugly? Because it's all purpose, intention, and intent.
Fernando Pessoa
In the fast-paced modern world, we are often so caught up in all kinds of purposes, intentions and intentions that we forget what true beauty is. And Fernando Pessoa's words are like a clear stream, making us re-examine the relationship between art and life.
Why is art so beautiful? Because it's useless. "Useless" here does not mean that art has no value, but that art does not serve any utilitarian purpose. It exists purely for expression, for creation, for touching people's hearts. The beauty of art lies not in what practical benefits it can bring us, but in how it makes us feel the shock and resonance in our hearts.
On the contrary, life is full of ugliness precisely because it is too utilitarian. In this competitive and stressful society, we often do whatever it takes to achieve an end, ignoring the experiences and feelings in the process. We sacrifice our own joy and happiness in order to achieve our goals, and we give up inner peace and tranquility in pursuit of material satisfaction. This utilitarian lifestyle makes us forget the true meaning of life and makes us lose ourselves in our busyness.
However, it is this contrast that makes us cherish the beauty and tranquility that art brings us more. Art allows us to find a pure land in the utilitarian world, in which we can find ourselves, express ourselves, and realize ourselves. And life, although full of ugliness and unsatisfactory, but it is these that make us cherish those beautiful moments more and make us understand the true meaning of life better.
Therefore, while pursuing utilitarianism, let us not forget the beauty and tranquility that art brings us. Let us find our own artistic world in our busy lives, so that our souls can be truly relaxed and nourished. Only in this way can we maintain a peaceful and serene heart and enjoy every moment of life in this society full of competition and pressure.