Blown Quote by Annie Dillard
““I am puffed clay, blown up and set down. That I fall like Adam is not surprising: I plunge, waft, arc, pour, and dive. The surprise is how good the wind feels on my face as I fall. And the other surprise is that I ever rise at all””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Writing Life” by Annie Dillard, 1989
Life’s unpredictability feels natural when we accept our fall and rise, finding joy in the process.
In simple terms: Accept falling and rising; feel the wind.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and enjoy the journey.
Themes
acceptance
uncertainty
joy
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative work
- personal growth
- adventure
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the wind symbolize for you?
- How do you find joy in uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may overlook those who cannot rise after falling.
