Different Quote by Joan D. Chittister
“Life is a thing of many stages and moving parts. What we do with ease at one time of life we can hardly manage at another. What we could not fathom doing when we were young, we find great joy in when we are old. Like the seasons through which we move, life itself is a never-ending series of harvests, a different fruit for every time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Wisdom of the Seasons, Joan D. Chittister, 2015
Life changes across ages; abilities and joys shift as we age, like seasonal cycles bringing different harvests.
In simple terms: Ages bring different strengths and joys.
Embrace each life stage’s unique gifts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career transitions
- retirement planning
- parenting
- learning new skills
- volunteering
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor the gifts of your current stage?
- What new fruit can you seek now?
Not all stages are equally rewarding; some may bring loss or limitation.