Air Quote by Hugh Redwald Trevor-Roper
“... the death of the spirit which threatens every man unless he is conscious of the danger and has a real purpose which can keep it alive and enable it to thrust its way through the choking weeds and thorns to the air and to the sun”
About This Quote
Awareness of existential threat motivates purposeful action against life's hardships.
In simple terms: Purpose protects the spirit from despair.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate clear purpose.
Themes
purpose
spirit
danger
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- career setbacks
- health challenges
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
existentialism
meaning
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose drives you today?
- How can you protect your spirit?
A Different Perspective
Purpose alone may not overcome systemic obstacles.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)