Angel Quote by Anne Lamott
![“These lines of D.H. Lawrence are taped to the wall of my office: "What is the knocking? What is the knocking at the door in the night? It is somebody wants to do us harm. No, no, it is the three strange angels. Admit them, admit them." I under[stand] that failure is surely one of these strange…” quote by Anne Lamott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/eeb/anne-lamott-188_angel_these-lines-of-d-h-lawrence-are-taped-to_85614.jpg)
““These lines of D.H. Lawrence are taped to the wall of my office: "What is the knocking? What is the knocking at the door in the night? It is somebody wants to do us harm. No, no, it is the three strange angels. Admit them, admit them." I under[stand] that failure is surely one of these strange angels.””
About This Quote
The quote likens unexpected setbacks to mysterious, perhaps benevolent forces that challenge us, urging acceptance rather than fear.
In simple terms: Failure as an unfamiliar, possibly helpful visitor.
Key Takeaway
Embrace setbacks as learning opportunities.
Themes
resilience
acceptance
growth
uncertainty
perspective
Mood
reflective
hopeful
introspective
Type
aphor
personal anecdote
When to use this quote
- facing a project collapse
- receiving unexpected criticism
- navigating personal loss
- dealing with career setbacks
Key Concepts
failure
inner dialogue
symbolism
self‑compassion
Practical Applications
- reframing failure in coaching
- using metaphor in creative writing
Questions to Reflect On
- How might viewing failure as a visitor change your response?
- What 'strange angels' could represent in your life?
