We chased our pleasures here, Dug our treasures there, But can you still recall The time we cried? Break on through to the other side.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Past pleasures and tears lead to a call to move beyond current limitations.
- In plain terms
- Remember our joy and pain, then break through to something new.
- What can you take from it?
- Use past experiences as a springboard to new horizons.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What must you leave behind?
- What lies on the other side?
Another view
Breaking through without reflection may discard valuable lessons.
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You know the day destroys the night, Night divides the day, Tried to run - Tried to hide - Break on through to the other side!
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