Believe Quote by Betty Smith
““Because," explained Mary Rommely simply, "the child must have a valuable thing which is called imagination. The child must have a secret world in which live things that never were. It is necessary that she believe. She must start out by believing in things not of this world. Then when the world becomes too ugly for living in, the child can reach back and live in her imagination. I, myself, even in this day and at my age, have great need of recalling the miraculous lives of the Saints and the great miracles that have come to pass on earth. Only by having these things in my mind can I live beyond what I have to live for.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith, 1943
Imagination provides a secret inner world that sustains us when reality feels harsh, allowing hope and spiritual resilience.
In simple terms: Imagination helps us cope with a tough world.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate a vivid inner life.
Themes
imagination
resilience
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- childhood development
- creative writing
- mental health therapy
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
inner world
miracles
faith
psychological coping
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you use imagination to face adversity?
- What role does faith play in your inner world?
A Different Perspective
Imagination alone cannot solve practical problems; external action is also needed.
