--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: ... it's possible to let love fly by like…" description: "\"... it's possible to let love fly by like a cloud in a windy sky if one is too timid, or perhaps unable to believe he is entitled to good fortune.\" — B..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/bernard-malamud-3871_believe_it-s-possible-to-let-love-fly-by-like-a_1694373.jpg" --- # ... it's possible to let love fly by like a cloud in a… ![“... it's possible to let love fly by like a cloud in a windy sky if one is too timid, or perhaps unable to believe he is entitled to good fortune.” quote by Bernard Malamud](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/bernard-malamud-3871_believe_it-s-possible-to-let-love-fly-by-like-a_1694373.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/bernard-malamud-3871_believe_it-s-possible-to-let-love-fly-by-like-a_1694373.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/bernard-malamud-3871_believe_it-s-possible-to-let-love-fly-by-like-a_1694373.jpg) > “... it's possible to let love fly by like a cloud in a windy sky if one is too timid, or perhaps unable to believe he is entitled to good fortune.” [Bernard Malamud](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bernard-malamud/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Love can be elusive when fear or self‑doubt blocks belief in one’s right to happiness. **In simple terms:** Fear blocks love and belief in good luck. Key Takeaway Cultivate confidence and openness to love. Themes love fear self‑worth Mood hopeful reflective Type inspirational philosophical When to use this quote - dating - personal growth - career advancement - creative projects Key Concepts psychology self‑esteem optimism Questions to Reflect On - Do you feel deserving of love? - How can you overcome timidity? 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