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“Serene, I fold my hands and wait, Nor care for wind, nor tide, nor sea; I rave no more 'gainst time or fate, For lo! my own shall come to me.” quote by John Burroughs
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“Serene, I fold my hands and wait, Nor care for wind, nor tide, nor sea; I rave no more 'gainst time or fate, For lo! my own shall come to me.”

John Burroughs

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Patience and acceptance of life's natural flow, trusting that personal destiny will arrive without forceful struggle.

In simple terms: Accept and wait for your destiny.

Key Takeaway

Trust the timing of your life.

Themes

patience acceptance destiny

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal growth
  • stressful situations
  • waiting for opportunities

Key Concepts

Stoicism mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance patience with proactive effort?
  • When is waiting more harmful than helpful?
A Different Perspective

May lead to passivity if overused.

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