Chance cannot touch me! Time cannot hush me! Fear, Hope, and Longing, at strife, Sink as I rise, on, on, upward forever, Gathering strength, gaining breath, - naught can sever Me from the Spirit of Life!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker declares invincibility against chance, time, and fear, sustained by the spirit of life.
- In plain terms
- They feel unstoppable, driven by life's spirit.
- What can you take from it?
- Tap into inner resilience to overcome obstacles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle moments when you feel powerless?
- What practices nurture your inner spirit?
Another view
Claims of invulnerability can be unrealistic.
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