There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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Do I dare Disturb the universe? In a minute there is time For decisions and revisions which a minute will reverse.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote challenges us to consider the impact of our choices and the weight of our decisions.
In this quote, T. S. Eliot explores the idea of contemplating significant choices and the inherent uncertainties in life. It suggests that daring to make decisions can disturb the status quo of one's existence, and that even the smallest moment can lead to profound changes, as decisions and their consequences can shift swiftly and unexpectedly over time.
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech about taking risks and making impactful choices.
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