If you surrender completely to the moments as they pass, you live more richly those moments.
Anne Morrow LindberghRead
It isn't for the moment you are struck that you need courage, but for that long uphill climb back to sanity and faith and security.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True courage is not just in facing immediate challenges, but in the ongoing struggle to regain stability and confidence.
This quote by Anne Morrow Lindbergh emphasizes that courage is not just required in moments of crisis or difficulty; rather, it is the enduring strength that supports us as we work through the aftermath of challenges, seeking to restore our sense of balance, sanity, and faith. The journey back to a place of security is often a long and difficult climb, and it demands continued bravery and resilience.
Themes
CourageSanityFaithSecurityStruggle
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational speech about overcoming personal struggles.
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