Around the bend Quote by Kekla Magoon
“The river is motion, turmoil, rage. As the river flows, it wonders what it would be like to be so still, to take a breath, to rest. But the rock will always wonder what lies around the bend in the stream.”
About This Quote
The quote personizes a river and a rock to illustrate the tension between constant change and the desire for stillness, and the curiosity about unknown futures.
In simple terms: Change vs. stillness
Key Takeaway
Rest is elusive amid motion
Themes
change
stillness
curiosity
impermanence
nature
reflection
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
hopeful
Type
metaphorical
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- when feeling overwhelmed by daily demands
- during periods of rapid personal growth
- while contemplating career transitions
- in creative blocks
- in meditation retreats
Key Concepts
river metaphor
rock metaphor
life's flow
future uncertainty
Practical Applications
- mindfulness practice to accept flux
- strategic planning that balances action and pause
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor both motion and pause in your life?
- What does the 'bend' represent for you now?
A Different Perspective
One could argue that stillness is not a goal but a state that emerges naturally when one aligns with flow, rather than a separate desire.
