We would have every arbitrary barrier thrown down. We would have every path laid open to woman as freely as to man.
Margaret FullerRead
Plants of great vigor will almost always struggle into blossom, despite impediments. But there should be encouragement, and a free genial atmosphere for those of more timid sort, fair play for each in its own kind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Strong individuals thrive despite challenges, while the timid need support to flourish.
This quote by Margaret Fuller highlights the differing needs of individuals in their pursuit of growth and success. While those with strong determination may overcome obstacles on their own, it emphasizes the importance of providing a nurturing environment for those who are more cautious or hesitant, allowing them to develop and flourish in their own unique ways.
Themes
GrowthSupportNatureObstaclesEncouragement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a team-building workshop to emphasize the importance of support in the workplace.
More from Margaret Fuller
All quotes →I fear I have not one good word to say this fair morning, though the sun shines so encouragingly on the distant hills and gentle river and the trees are in their festive hues. I am not festive, though contented. When obliged to give myself to the prose of life, as I am on this occasion of being established in a new home I like to do the thing, wholly and quite, - to weave my web for the day solely from the grey yarn.
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Two persons love in one another the future good which they aid one another to unfold.
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It was not meant that the soul should cultivate the earth, but that the earth should educate and maintain the soul.
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It seems that it is madder never to abandon one's self than often to be infatuated; better to be wounded, a captive and a slave, than always to walk in armor.
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I now know all the people worth knowing in America, and I find no intellect comparable to my own.
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