Two hands upon the breast, And labour's done; Two pale feet crossed in rest, The race is won.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- When work is done and we rest, we have completed the race of life.
- In plain terms
- Rest follows finished labor, marking success.
- What can you take from it?
- Finish your tasks before seeking rest.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does “the race” represent to you?
- When do you allow yourself rest?
Another view
It simplifies complex life journeys to a single race.
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