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Your shadow at morning striding behind you Or your shadow…

“Your shadow at morning striding behind you Or your shadow at evening rising to meet you;” quote by T.S. Eliot
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““Your shadow at morning striding behind you Or your shadow at evening rising to meet you;””

T.S. Eliot

About This Quote

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

Our shadow follows us from dawn to dusk, symbolizing the constant presence of self and mortality.

In simple terms: Shadows accompany us throughout life.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge the ever‑present self.

Themes

self mortality companionship

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary metaphorical

When to use this quote

  • night walks
  • self‑reflection
  • creative writing
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

psychology existentialism symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does your shadow represent to you?
  • How can you turn the shadow into a guide?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on shadows may lead to over‑identification with negative aspects.

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