Adventure Quote by Ellen Glasgow
“In the past few years, I have made a thrilling discovery ... that until one is over sixty, one can never really learn the secret of living. One can then begin to live, not simply with the intense part of oneself, but with one's entire being.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The House of Mirth by Ellen Glasgow, 1905
Aging reveals deeper self‑knowledge, allowing fuller, more integrated living beyond youthful intensity.
In simple terms: Older age brings deeper self‑understanding.
Embrace whole‑self living as you age.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career transitions
- retirement planning
- personal development
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does aging change your sense of self?
- What practices help integrate all parts of you?
May overlook the challenges of health decline or loss of capacity.