We ought not to extract pernicious honey from poison blossoms of misrepresentation and mendacious half-truth, to pamper the course appetite of bigotry and self-love.
Samuel Taylor ColeridgeRead
Often do the spirits stride on before the event; and in today already walks tomorrow.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that our thoughts and emotions can influence our future experiences even before they occur.
Samuel Taylor Coleridge's quote reflects on the idea that our anticipations and emotions regarding future events can manifest even in the present moment. It highlights the relationship between our current mindset and the future, suggesting that we often project ourselves into tomorrow with our thoughts, shaping our reality and experiences in the process. This interplay between time, thought, and expectation emphasizes the power of the spirit and consciousness in determining our path forward.
Themes
SpiritsFutureEventTomorrowConsciousness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the power of positive thinking, one might cite this quote to emphasize the importance of mindset.
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