And, growing tired, we turn aside at last, Remember our secret selves, seek out our towers, Lay weary hands on the banisters, and climb; Climbing, each, to his little four-square dream Of love or lust or beauty or death or crime.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Exhausted by life, we retreat to our private inner worlds to pursue personal ambitions or desires.
- In plain terms
- When tired, we isolate ourselves to chase our own dreams.
- What can you take from it?
- We retreat inward when external efforts exhaust us.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives your retreat?
- Is your dream still yours?
Another view
It overlooks the value of community connection during hard times.
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