I try to be good but sometimes a person just has to break out and act like the wild and springy thing one used to be. It's impossible not to remember wild an want it back.
Mary OliverRead
You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace your natural instincts and passions without restraint.
This quote by Mary Oliver encourages individuals to connect with their true selves and to allow their innate desires and affections to guide their actions. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity and acceptance of one's own capacity for love, suggesting that fulfillment arises from following what genuinely brings joy and passion.
Themes
LoveAuthenticityPassionSelf-Acceptance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a heartfelt moment at a wedding.
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