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Bird Quote by D.H. Lawrence

“I never saw a wild thing sorry for itself, A bird will fall frozen dead from a bough, Without ever having felt sorry for itself.” quote by D.H. Lawrence
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““I never saw a wild thing sorry for itself, A bird will fall frozen dead from a bough, Without ever having felt sorry for itself.””

D.H. Lawrence

About This Quote

Source Novel: Sons and Lovers, 1913

Nature shows indifference; even living beings endure harsh fates without self‑pity.

In simple terms: Nature is indifferent to suffering.

Key Takeaway

Accept life's harsh realities.

Themes

nature indifference survival

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • environmental observation
  • personal hardship
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

existentialism philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does self‑pity prevent?
  • How can you cultivate acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Self‑pity can obscure true resilience.

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