She followed slowly, taking a long time, As though there were some obstacles in the way; And yet: as though, once it was overcome, She would be beyond all walking, and would fly.
Interpretation
The quote illustrates the struggle toward overcoming challenges, suggesting that once one does, they can achieve greater heights.
Rainer Maria Rilke's quote reflects the journey of personal growth and the challenges that come with it. The slow progress signifies the obstacles we face, but ultimately, the act of overcoming these barriers leads to a transformative experience that allows one to transcend their limitations. It suggests that through perseverance, we can reach a state of liberation and empowerment, akin to flying.
In practice
Use this quote in a motivational speech to encourage others to persevere through their struggles.
Spring has again returned. _x000D_ _x000D_ The Earth is like a child that knows many poems._x000D_ _x000D_ Many, O so many. For the hardship_x000D_ _x000D_ of such long learning she receives the prize._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Strict was her teacher. _x000D_ _x000D_ The white in the old man's beard pleases us._x000D_ _x000D_ Now, what to call green, to call blue,_x000D_ _x000D_ we dare to ask: She knows, She knows!
Verses are not, as people think, feelings (those one has early enough) -- they are experiences. For the sake of a verse one must see many cities, men, and things, one must know the animals feel how birds fly, and know the gesture with which the little flowers open in the morning.
a good marriage is that in which each appoints the other guardian of his solitude
He reproduced himself with so much humble objectivity, with the unquestioning, matter of fact interest of a dog who sees himself in a mirror and thinks: there's another dog.
The only journey is the one within.
And now we welcome the new year, full of things that have never been
'Peace Train' is a song I wrote, the message of which continues to breeze thunderously through the hearts of millions. There is a powerful need for people to feel that gust of hope rise up again.
Write about it by day and dream about it by night.
You need so much energy and encouragement to write that if someone says something negative, some of that energy goes.
What do I advise? Forget it all. Don't be afraid. Do what you get the most pleasure from. Is it to build a cloud chamber? Then go on doing things like that. Develop your talents wherever they may lead. Damn the torpedoes - full speed ahead!If you have any talent,or any occupation that delights you,do it, and do it to the hilt
I believe that athletes - especially female athletes in the world's leading sport for women - should serve as role models.
A superhero is someone who, at some point or in some way, inspires hope or is the enemy of cynicism.
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