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Care Quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay

“It's little I know what's in my heart,What's in my mind it's little I know,But there's that in me must up and start,And it's little I care where my feet go.” quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
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“It's little I know what's in my heart,What's in my mind it's little I know,But there's that in me must up and start,And it's little I care where my feet go.”

Edna St. Vincent Millay

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Unknown,” 1920

Acknowledging uncertainty within oneself while feeling compelled to act despite lack of clarity.

In simple terms: Uncertainty fuels action.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the unknown and move forward.

Themes

self‑discovery motivation uncertainty action

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • artistic creation
  • career changes
  • relationship choices

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology creative impulse

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unknowns are holding you back?
  • How can you act despite uncertainty?
A Different Perspective

Fear of the unknown can paralyze progress.

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