I try to be good but sometimes a person just has to break out and act like the wild and springy thing one used to be. It's impossible not to remember wild an want it back.
Mary OliverRead
Poetry is a life-cherishing force.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Poetry enriches and enhances our appreciation of life.
Mary Oliver's quote suggests that poetry has the power to elevate our understanding and appreciation of life. It acts as a vital force that nurtures the human spirit, allowing us to connect with our emotions and the world around us in a profound way.
Themes
PoetryLifeForceAppreciationEmotion
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote to inspire a workshop about the importance of writing and creativity in personal development.
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I know the sag of the unfinished poem. And I know the release of the poem that is finished.
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Every day I see or hear something that more or less kills me with delight, that leaves me like a needle in the haystack of light.
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