Weep not that the world changes-did it keep A stable, changeless state, 'twere cause indeed to weep.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Change is inevitable and a static world would be sad.
- In plain terms
- Do not cry over change because a fixed world is worse.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept change as a natural good.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you fear losing?
- Is change always good?
Another view
Some changes are purely destructive and unwelcome.
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