Whatever peace I know rests in the natural world, in feeling myself a part of it, even in a small way.
May SartonRead
We can hold back neither the coming of the flowers nor the downward rush of the stream; sooner or later, everything comes to its fruition.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Natural processes are inevitable and lead to eventual outcomes.
Li Ching-Yuen's quote highlights the inevitability of natural cycles and the truth that everything unfolds in its own time. Just as flowers bloom and streams flow downward, events in life will reach their natural conclusion, emphasizing patience and acceptance of the natural order.
Themes
NatureGrowthInevitabilityPatienceChange
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about resilience, you might quote Li Ching-Yuen to illustrate the natural progression of life.
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