These things, she felt, were not to be passed around like disingenuous party favors. She kept an honor code with her journals and her poems. 'Inside, inside,' she would whisper quietly to herself when she felt the urge to tell.
Alice SeboldRead
Sometimes the dreams that come true are the dreams you never even knew you had.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Unforeseen dreams can become reality and bring fulfillment.
This quote suggests that sometimes our greatest aspirations are not the ones we consciously chase, but rather the unexpected desires that emerge from deep within us. It highlights the surprising nature of life and encourages us to remain open to new possibilities that may lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
Themes
DreamsFulfillmentUnexpectedAspirationPossibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing your passions during a graduation ceremony.
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