Journey Quote by Denise Levertov
““Turn from that road's beguiling ease; return to your hunger's turret. Enter, climb the stair chill with disuse, where the croaking toad of time regards from shimmering eyes your slow ascent and the drip, drip, of darkness glimmers on the stone to show you how your longing waits alone. What alchemy shines from under that shut door, spinning out gold from the hollow of the heart? ("The Sea's Wash In The Hollow Of The Heart")””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Sea’s Wash In The Hollow Of The Heart” by Denise Levertov, 1970s
The poem urges us to leave comfort, confront inner longing, and transform that yearning into creative or spiritual fulfillment.
In simple terms: Leave comfort, face longing, turn desire into growth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace difficulty to discover inner alchemy.
Themes
self‑discovery
transformation
creativity
spirituality
Mood
reflective
melancholic
inspired
Type
poetic
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- overcoming complacency
Key Concepts
alchemy
longing
inner journey
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts are you avoiding?
- How can yearning become creative energy?
A Different Perspective
Comfort can mask deeper needs, making the journey painful.
