What was any art but a mould in which to imprison for a moment the shining elusive element which is life itself - life hurrying past us and running away, too strong to stop, too sweet to lose.
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She had certain thoughts which were like companions, ideas which were like older and wiser friends.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the comfort and wisdom that thoughts and ideas can bring, similar to that of companionship and friendship.
In this quote, Willa Cather reflects on the intimate relationship one can have with their thoughts. She suggests that certain thoughts can become like companions, providing solace and understanding, while ideas can take on the role of wise friends, guiding and informing us through life. This highlights the importance of the inner mental landscape and how it relates to our emotional well-being and personal growth.
Themes
ThoughtsCompanionsIdeasWisdomFriendship
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of mental health, one might use this quote to illustrate how our thoughts can comfort us during tough times.
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