"We are put here for a reason"
I think sentiments like this arise from those disillusioned with their lives as a way to counteract the bleak reality in which they exist. On the otherhand, the notion that we are put here for a reason can be championed by the same group, but in more of an attempt to say that "Oh, well, everything I do now will amount to something".
The reality of it is that those who are well off, or are happy with their lives often do not question the meaning behind existence. I'm not saying that this is the case with everyone, just my point of view. Personally, I don't think the meaning of life is worth worrying about or pondering. I'd much rather be out living life than wasting it trying to figure out it's meanings.
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