First Quote by Fernando Pessoa
“At first, it's unfamiliar, then it strikes root.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Book of Disquiet, 1913
Initially unfamiliar ideas become deeply rooted over time.
In simple terms: New ideas become familiar.
Embrace novelty, let it settle.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- starting a new job
- learning a language
- adopting a habit
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What new idea feels unfamiliar now?
- How can you nurture it?
Change can be resisted before acceptance.