Beautiful Quote by Bruce Dawe
“Hearing the sound of your breathing as you sleep, with the dog at your feet, his head resting on a shoe, and the clock's ticking like water dripping in a sink -- I know that, even if reincarnation were a fact, given the inherent cruelty of the world where beautiful things and people are blasted apart all the day long, I would never want to come back, knowing I could never be this lucky twice...”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Dog and the Clock" by Bruce Dawe, 1990
The speaker reflects on a simple, tender moment that feels so rare they would not want to be reborn into a world of suffering even if reincarnation were real.
In simple terms: A peaceful night with a dog feels uniquely precious.
Key Takeaway
Cherish rare moments of peace.
Themes
gratitude
impermanence
compassion
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- nighttime reflection
- pet companionship
- appreciating simple joys
Key Concepts
existentialism
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What small comforts bring you profound peace?
- How do you balance appreciation with awareness of suffering?
A Different Perspective
Even cherished moments are fleeting and cannot erase broader suffering.
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