Two such as you with such a master speed, cannot be parted nor be swept away, from one another once you are agreed, that life is only life forevermore, together wing to wing and oar to oar.
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Before I built a wall I'd ask to know what I was walling in or walling out.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of understanding the boundaries we create in our lives.
Robert Frost suggests that before establishing any barriers or limitations, one should consider the implications of those boundaries—what is being protected and what is being excluded. This reflection speaks to the broader theme of self-awareness and intentionality in our choices, highlighting the necessity of understanding our motivations and the consequences of our actions.
Themes
BoundariesUnderstandingSelf-AwarenessChoicesWalls
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about personal relationships, this quote can reinforce the idea of open communication about boundaries.
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