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Down Where I Am Too many years Beatin' at the door-- I…

“Down Where I Am Too many years Beatin' at the door-- I done beat my Both fists sore. Too many years Tryin' to get up there-- Done broke my ankles down, Got nowhere. Too many years Climbin' that hill, 'Bout out of breath. I got my fill. I'm gonna plant my feet On solid ground. If you want to see…” quote by Langston Hughes
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““Down Where I Am Too many years Beatin' at the door-- I done beat my Both fists sore. Too many years Tryin' to get up there-- Done broke my ankles down, Got nowhere. Too many years Climbin' that hill, 'Bout out of breath. I got my fill. I'm gonna plant my feet On solid ground. If you want to see me, Come down.””

Langston Hughes

About This Quote

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

After years of struggle and hardship, the speaker resolves to find stability and stand firm on solid ground.

In simple terms: Enduring hardship leads to seeking stability and grounding.

Key Takeaway

Seek solid ground after prolonged struggle.

Themes

resilience determination hope

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career challenges
  • personal growth
  • mental health

Key Concepts

literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “solid ground” mean to you?
  • How can you build stability?
A Different Perspective

Resolution may be idealistic without concrete plans.

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