--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I suspect there will never be a requiem…" description: "\"I suspect there will never be a requiem for a dream, simply because it will destroy us before we have the opportunity to mourn it's passing.\" — Hubert ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/eae/hubert-selby-jr-12027_dream_i-suspect-there-will-never-be-a-requiem_2528723.png" --- # I suspect there will never be a requiem for a dream… ![“I suspect there will never be a requiem for a dream, simply because it will destroy us before we have the opportunity to mourn it's passing.” quote by Hubert Selby, Jr](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/eae/hubert-selby-jr-12027_dream_i-suspect-there-will-never-be-a-requiem_2528723.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/eae/hubert-selby-jr-12027_dream_i-suspect-there-will-never-be-a-requiem_2528723.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/eae/hubert-selby-jr-12027_dream_i-suspect-there-will-never-be-a-requiem_2528723.png) > “I suspect there will never be a requiem for a dream, simply because it will destroy us before we have the opportunity to mourn it's passing.” [Hubert Selby, Jr](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/hubert-selby-jr/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Dreams end before we can mourn them, implying that loss can be more painful than the dream itself. **In simple terms:** Dreams may be destroyed before we can grieve. Key Takeaway Cherish and protect your aspirations. Themes dreams loss mortality Mood somber thoughtful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - creative work - personal goals - mental health - artistic pursuits Key Concepts impermanence emotional resilience Questions to Reflect On - What dreams have you let go? - How do you cope with unfulfilled aspirations? 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