Anticipation Quote by Angela Carter
““It doesn't matter if what happens next spoils everything; the anticipation itself is always pure.””
About This Quote
Anticipation holds purity regardless of outcomes; the experience of waiting can be intrinsically valuable.
In simple terms: Waiting can be beautiful even if results disappoint.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the journey of anticipation.
Themes
anticipation
purity
expectation
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- relationships
- career planning
- personal goals
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the anticipation teach you about desire?
- How can you find meaning in the waiting period?
A Different Perspective
If the outcome is negative, the anticipation may feel wasted.
![“[It is hard to know what is good luck and what isn't and therefore whether we should be happy or sad about it. Only time will tell. For example...] The Talmud relates a story about two people who wanted to travel by boat. One broke his foot and was unable to make the trip, while his friend got on…” quote by Zelig Pliskin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/68d/zelig-pliskin-22951_anticipation_it-is-hard-to-know-what-is-good-luck-and_34545.jpg)
![“The only thing is that ordinarily when I do dance with [women] they think I am suddenly going to throw them over a table or twist them all around. All I want to do is one-two, one-two-three - a simple fox trot. But they're shaking with anticipation at the thought that I'm about to whip them around…” quote by Gene Kelly](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/073/gene-kelly-11878_anticipation_the-only-thing-is-that-ordinarily-when-i_44100.jpg)
