Climb Quote by D.H. Lawrence
““Why must one climb the hill ? Why must one climb? Why not stay below? Why force one’s way up the slope? Why force one’s way up and up, when one is at the bottom? Oh, it was very tiring, very wearying, very burdensome. Always burdens, always, always burdens.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Hill” by D.H. Lawrence, 1915
The speaker questions the relentless drive to struggle upward, highlighting fatigue and the weight of constant effort.
In simple terms: Why keep pushing when it feels exhausting?
Key Takeaway
Consider if the climb is necessary.
Themes
effort
fatigue
existential doubt
Mood
tired
reflective
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- career ambition
- personal growth
- spiritual seeking
- daily chores
Key Concepts
existentialism
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly motivates your climbs?
- When might staying put be wiser?
A Different Perspective
Not all striving leads to fulfillment; sometimes rest is wiser.
