Again and again Quote by David Whyte
“Enough. These few words are enough If not these few words, this breath If not this breath, this sitting here This opening to the life we have refused again and again Until now Until now.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Enough” from the collection *The Other Side of the River*, 2008
The poem lists a cascade of diminishing conditions, each insufficient alone, urging acceptance of the present moment and the breath of life.
In simple terms: Each small thing isn’t enough; accept the present breath.
Key Takeaway
Find completeness in the present moment.
Themes
presence
acceptance
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- therapy
- creative writing
- daily reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “enough” mean to you?
- How can you honor the present without stagnation?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the need for action beyond acceptance.
