They criticize me for harping on the obvious; if all the folks in the United States would do the few simple things they know they ought to do, most of our big problems would take care of themselves.
Calvin CoolidgeRead
There is new life in the soil for every man. There is healing in the trees for tired minds and for our overburdened spirits, there is strength in the hills, if only we will lift up our eyes. Remember that nature is your great restorer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nature has restorative powers for both the body and soul.
Calvin Coolidge emphasizes the healing and rejuvenating qualities of nature, suggesting that everyone can find renewal and strength by engaging with the natural world. The quote highlights how nature serves as a refuge for tired minds and spirits, urging us to take notice of our surroundings and recognize the support nature offers to restore our well-being.
Themes
NatureHealingRestorationStrengthMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about mental health awareness.
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