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I've come to some balance now and calmness. If anything…

“I've come to some balance now and calmness. If anything happened to me and I got hit by a bus - I hope this doesn't happen, but if something happened - my body of work is something I could rest on. I don't feel, "Oh God, I have to hurry up . . ."” quote by Sandra Cisneros
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“I've come to some balance now and calmness. If anything happened to me and I got hit by a bus - I hope this doesn't happen, but if something happened - my body of work is something I could rest on. I don't feel, "Oh God, I have to hurry up . . ."”

Sandra Cisneros

About This Quote

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

It reflects a balanced acceptance of mortality, valuing one’s body of work as a lasting legacy.

In simple terms: Accept life’s uncertainty, trust your work.

Key Takeaway

Create work you can be proud of.

Themes

mortality legacy balance

Mood

contemplative resolute

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • career planning
  • health crises
  • legacy projects

Key Concepts

existentialism creative resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “rest on” mean to you?
  • How do you prepare for unexpected setbacks?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on legacy may cause anxiety about unfinished work.

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