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Climbing Quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman

“I was climbing up a mountain-path With many things to do, Important business of my own, And other people's too, When I ran against a Prejudice That quite cut off the view.” quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
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“I was climbing up a mountain-path With many things to do, Important business of my own, And other people's too, When I ran against a Prejudice That quite cut off the view.”

Charlotte Perkins Gilman

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, 1910

The speaker balances personal duties with helping others, confronting prejudice that blocks clarity.

In simple terms: Juggling work and helping others, but bias blinds you.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address prejudice to see clearly.

Themes

work social responsibility prejudice clarity balance

Mood

reflective thoughtful serious

Type

poetic philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • community service
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

social psychology poetic metaphor self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does prejudice affect your daily decisions?
  • What strategies help maintain clarity amid bias?
A Different Perspective

The poem’s brevity may limit depth of analysis.

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