'We are Fragile, everyone. We all long for something more. Things are said and things are done and the pieces hit the floor. See how fragile.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Everyone is fragile and longs for more, but life's actions often lead to brokenness.
- In plain terms
- We are all fragile and want more but things break easily.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge shared human fragility and the risk of loss.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel most fragile?
- How do you protect what matters?
Another view
Fragility can also be a source of strength and connection.
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