The repose of sleep refreshes only the body. It rarely sets the soul at rest. The repose of the night does not belong to us. It is not the possession of our being. Sleep opens within us an inn for phantoms. In the morning we must sweep out the shadows.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sleep rests the body but not the soul, often leaving unsettling thoughts that need clearing in the morning.
- In plain terms
- Sleep helps your body but your mind might still be full of shadows.
- What can you take from it?
- Start the day by clearing out negative thoughts from the night.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you clear your mind after sleep?
- Do dreams weigh on you in the morning?
Another view
Sleep often provides the rest needed to handle mental stress.
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