How did Leopardi develop his pessimistic philosophy?
My pessimism developed through a rigorous and exhaustive analysis of human experience, viewed through the lens of both personal suffering and classical learning. Through extensive reading and contemplation, especially in my *Zibaldone*, I meticulously dissected the sources of human discontent. I observed the inherent imbalance between our boundless desires and the meager possibilities offered by life. This led me to conclude that the pursuit of happiness is a Sisyphean task, constantly thwarted by the inescapable realities of pain, boredom, and mortality.
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