Skip to content

Until the longing came again, like the longing that you…

“Until the longing came again, like the longing that you hear in the whistle of a train that is going far away. But the longing isn't really in the whistle, the longing is in you—for the wonder and the loveliness that is in the world, and everywhere.” quote by Meindert DeJong
Download Open image
““Until the longing came again, like the longing that you hear in the whistle of a train that is going far away. But the longing isn't really in the whistle, the longing is in you—for the wonder and the loveliness that is in the world, and everywhere.””

Meindert DeJong

About This Quote

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

Longing is internal, not in external sounds; it drives wonder and appreciation of the world.

In simple terms: Longing lives inside us.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner curiosity and awe.

Themes

longing wonder beauty inner self

Mood

inspirational contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • creative writing
  • mindfulness practice
  • art appreciation

Key Concepts

Psychology spirituality literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner longings guide you?
  • How can you nurture wonder daily?
A Different Perspective

External symbols may distract from true yearning.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Meindert DeJong

Explore all 4 Meindert DeJong quotes

More Fitness quotes

Browse all 13,910 Fitness quotes