I wanted to write when I was young, but people said it was impossible. Then my parents locked me in a mental institution - they said I was crazy and would never make a living from writing.
Paulo CoelhoRead
I will not die an unlived life. I will not live in fear of falling or catching fire. I choose to inhabit my days, to allow my living to open me, to make me less afraid, more accessible; to loosen my heart until it becomes a wing, a torch, a promise. I choose to risk my significance, to live so that which came to me as seed goes to the next as blossom, and that which came to me as blossom, goes on as fruit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of living fully and embracing life's risks rather than living in fear.
Dawna Markova's quote reflects a profound commitment to embracing life in its fullness, celebrating the transformation of potential into reality. It encourages us to overcome fear and to open ourselves emotionally, allowing our experiences to enrich our lives and those around us. The imagery of a heart becoming a wing, a torch, and a promise suggests that living authentically can not only elevate our own existence but also serves to inspire the growth and flourishing of others, ensuring a legacy through shared experiences and love.
Themes
LifeFearGrowthRiskLoveInspirationTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a motivational speech to encourage people to pursue their dreams.
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