The universe is made of stories, not of atoms.
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Nourish beginnings, let us nourish beginnings. Not all things are blest, but the seeds of all things are blest. The blessing is in the seed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of nurturing new beginnings and recognizing potential in their early stages.
Muriel Rukeyser's quote reflects the idea that while not every venture or idea may shine with immediate success, the essence of growth and potential lies within every new beginning. By nurturing these beginnings, we cultivate hope and possibility, suggesting that the true blessing is found in the initial seeds of creativity and opportunity.
Themes
BeginningsNurturePotentialGrowthSeeds
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage students about starting their projects.
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