To know of someone here and there whom we accord with, who is living on with us, even in silence-this makes our earthly ball a peopled garden.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Finding someone who shares our values, even silently, makes the world feel populated and meaningful.
- In plain terms
- Sharing values makes life feel like a garden.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek companions who understand you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What relationships make you feel less alone?
- How can you recognize shared values?
Another view
Silence may not guarantee deeper connection.
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One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and, if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words.
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