Sadness is more or less like a head cold - with patience, it passes. Depression is like cancer.
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Small change, small wonders - these are the currency of my endurance and ultimately of my life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Small changes and wonders in life contribute significantly to enduring happiness and fulfillment.
In this quote, Barbara Kingsolver emphasizes the importance of appreciating small changes and wonders in our lives. She suggests that these seemingly minor moments have great value and serve as a source of strength and resilience, ultimately shaping the quality and endurance of our lives.
Themes
ChangeWondersEnduranceLifeAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational speech about persevering through life's challenges.
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