now I lay me down to dream of(nothing i or any somebody or you can begin to begin to imagine) something which nobody may keep.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote speaks of a private dream state that belongs to no one else.
- In plain terms
- I dream of something no one can keep or take.
- What can you take from it?
- Your inner dreams are free from external control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is something you can keep inside?
- How much freedom do your dreams have?
Another view
Dreams can still influence waking life and others.
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