Guard well within yourself that treasure, kindness. Know how to give without hesitation, how to lose without regret, how to acquire without meanness.
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Talent, will and genius are natural phenomena like the lake, the volcano, the mountain, the wind, the star, the cloud.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Talent and natural abilities are inherent qualities that, like natural phenomena, can manifest in various ways.
In this quote, George Sand equates talent, will, and genius to natural phenomena, suggesting that these qualities are innate and fundamental aspects of humanity, much like the elements of nature. Just as we observe and appreciate the beauty and power of a lake, volcano, or mountain, we should also recognize and nurture the natural abilities and potential within ourselves and others, as they are vital to the human experience.
Themes
TalentGeniusNaturePotentialWill
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to aspiring artists about embracing their unique talents.
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