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Balanced diet Quote by Clive Barker

“This, no doubt, was the call 33 had heard. Bored with his balanced diet of maize and maple peas, tired of the pecking order of the loft and the predictability of each day — the bird had wanted out; wanted up and away. A day of high life; of food that had to be chased a little, and tasted all the…” quote by Clive Barker
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““This, no doubt, was the call 33 had heard. Bored with his balanced diet of maize and maple peas, tired of the pecking order of the loft and the predictability of each day — the bird had wanted out; wanted up and away. A day of high life; of food that had to be chased a little, and tasted all the better for that; of the companionship of wild things. All this went through Cal’s head, in a vague sort of way, while he watched the circling flocks.””

Clive Barker

About This Quote

A bird longs for freedom and adventure beyond routine, seeking excitement and companionship in the wild.

In simple terms: A bird craves adventure and wild companionship.

Key Takeaway

Pursue new experiences beyond daily monotony.

Themes

freedom adventure wild longing

Mood

restless inspired hopeful

Type

narrative descriptive

When to use this quote

  • career change
  • travel planning
  • creative projects
  • personal growth
  • joining new communities

Key Concepts

existentialism nature desire for change

Questions to Reflect On

  • What routine do you feel trapped in?
  • How can you safely seek new horizons?
A Different Perspective

Risk of instability when chasing novelty.

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