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“It’s a New Year and with it comes a fresh opportunity to shape our world. So this is my wish, a wish for me as much as it is a wish for you: in the world to come, let us be brave – let us walk into the dark without fear, and step into the unknown with smiles on our faces, even if we’re faking…” quote by Neil Gaiman
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“It’s a New Year and with it comes a fresh opportunity to shape our world. So this is my wish, a wish for me as much as it is a wish for you: in the world to come, let us be brave – let us walk into the dark without fear, and step into the unknown with smiles on our faces, even if we’re faking them. And whatever happens to us, whatever we make, whatever we learn, let us take joy in it. We can find joy in the world if it’s joy we’re looking for, we can take joy in the act of creation. So that is my wish for you, and for me. Bravery and joy.”

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.

Embrace bravery and joy, even if it feels forced, to create and find happiness in the unknown.

In simple terms: Be brave, smile, create joy.

Key Takeaway

Walk into the unknown with courage and optimism.

Themes

courage joy creation

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • new year resolutions
  • creative projects
  • personal growth
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy positivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What authentic practices foster genuine joy?
  • How do you balance bravery with realistic expectations?
A Different Perspective

Forced optimism can feel in.

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