But on and up, where Nature's heart Beats strong amid the hills.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker finds vitality and purpose in ascending toward nature's core within the hills.
- In plain terms
- Nature feels most alive when we climb into the hills.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek higher ground to feel nature's energy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you feel nature most strongly?
Another view
It assumes physical access to natural landscapes.
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