And sometimes when the night is slow/ The wretched and the meek/ We gather up our hearts and go/ A Thousand Kisses Deep.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The weary and humble come together at night to gather emotional strength.
- In plain terms
- Sad people unite to find comfort and depth in their connection.
- What can you take from it?
- Shared vulnerability creates deep emotional bonds.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you gather with when you are weak?
- How does shared suffering create bonds?
Another view
This connection may only be temporary during the night.
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