Alas, how easily things go wrong! A sigh too much, a kiss too long And there follows a mist and a weeping rain And life is never the same again
George MacdonaldRead
But there is a light that goes deeper than the will, a light that lights up the darkness behind it: that light can change your will, can make it truly yours and not another's - not the Shadow's. Into the created can pour itself the creating will, and so redeem it!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that there is a profound inner light that can transform one's will, allowing for true self-expression beyond external influences.
George Macdonald's quote speaks to the idea that individuals possess an inherent light or truth within them that transcends simple desire or willpower. This inner light enables people to reclaim their true selves from external shadows or influences, allowing for genuine self-creation and redemption. It emphasizes the importance of awareness and authenticity in shaping one's own path.
Themes
LightWillSelfAuthenticityTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational talk about self-awareness.
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