Summer is the time when one sheds one's tensions with one's clothes, and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit. A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief that all's right with the world.
Interpretation
Summer brings a sense of relief and joy, allowing us to feel at peace with ourselves and the world.
This quote highlights the transformative power of summer, illustrating how the warmth and beauty of the season can help alleviate stress and renew our spirits. The imagery of shedding clothes symbolizes shedding burdens, while the metaphor of a 'jeweled balm' emphasizes summer days as sources of healing and joy that can make us feel as though everything is perfect in life.
In practice
During a summer gathering, you might quote this to inspire a sense of joy.
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When we understand the best way to achieve all our goals is to assist others in achieving their goals, we will find the key to lasting happiness.
I think there's every reason this 21st century will be much happier.
You can make yourself happy or miserable - it's the same amount of effort.
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