What does the truth matter? Haven't we mothers all given our sons a taste for lies, lies which from the cradle upwards lull them, reassure them, send them to sleep: lies as soft and warm as a breast!
Georges BernanosRead
But I shall give less thought to the future, I shall work in the present. I feel such work is within my power. For I only succeed in small things, and when I am tried by anxiety, I am bound to say it is the small joys that release me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on the present to find joy and fulfillment in small achievements.
This quote by Georges Bernanos emphasizes the importance of living in the moment rather than being overwhelmed by worries about the future. It suggests that true satisfaction comes from small, manageable tasks and the joys they bring, especially when faced with anxiety.
Themes
PresentJoyAnxietySmall ThingsFutureWork
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the importance of mindfulness.
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