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But I, being poor, have only my dreams; I have spread my…

“But I, being poor, have only my dreams; I have spread my dreams under your feet; Tread softly because you tread on my dreams." ( Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven )” quote by W.B. Yeats
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““But I, being poor, have only my dreams; I have spread my dreams under your feet; Tread softly because you tread on my dreams." ( Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven )””

W.B. Yeats

About This Quote

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

The speaker offers his fragile, priceless dreams to another, urging gentle treatment because they are his only wealth.

In simple terms: He asks for kindness toward his vulnerable hopes.

Key Takeaway

Treat others’ hopes with care.

Themes

vulnerability trust art love

Mood

tender reflective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • artistic collaboration
  • personal confession
  • intimate dialogue

Key Concepts

poetry symbolism emotional exchange

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect your own dreams?
  • What does it mean to share something precious?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may be intangible but can be easily broken if mishandled.

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