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“He had a hundred arms that broke into a hundred thousand fingers, and all of his fingers reached up into the sky. The weight of the sky was heavy on his shoulders.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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““He had a hundred arms that broke into a hundred thousand fingers, and all of his fingers reached up into the sky. The weight of the sky was heavy on his shoulders.””

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

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

Describes a being burdened by immense responsibility, using vivid imagery of many arms and fingers bearing the weight of the sky.

In simple terms: Heavy responsibilities feel overwhelming.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and share burdens.

Themes

responsibility burden mythology

Mood

somber contemplative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • parenting
  • project management

Key Concepts

literature symbolism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who or what feels like a sky on your shoulders?
  • How can you lighten that load?
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