Choice Quote by Francesca Lia Block
““Sometimes she has imagined what it would be like to fly, to live in the river, to run like a horse. She has dreamed of that freedom, that power, and fears the wildness in herself that wants to live as beasts live, moved purely by need and desire. She has felt torn between the heat of her limbs and the thoughts in her mind telling her to be careful and good and always calm””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Angel’s Promise”, 1995
Dreams of freedom clash with inner caution, reflecting a battle between wild desire and societal restraint.
In simple terms: Freedom vs caution tension.
Balance yearning with responsibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- personal goal‑setting
- risk taking
- self‑exploration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your “wildness” look like?
- How can you honor both desire and duty?
Fear may suppress authenticity.