--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If only i had known that the moment you…" description: "\"“If only i had known that the moment you think everything has ended, something new is beginning.”\" — Kyung-sook Shin" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24e/kyung-sook-shin-11722_beginning_if-only-i-had-known-that-the-moment-you_2780839.jpg" --- # If only i had known that the moment you think everything… ![“If only i had known that the moment you think everything has ended, something new is beginning.” quote by Kyung-sook Shin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24e/kyung-sook-shin-11722_beginning_if-only-i-had-known-that-the-moment-you_2780839.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24e/kyung-sook-shin-11722_beginning_if-only-i-had-known-that-the-moment-you_2780839.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24e/kyung-sook-shin-11722_beginning_if-only-i-had-known-that-the-moment-you_2780839.jpg) > ““If only i had known that the moment you think everything has ended, something new is beginning.”” [Kyung-sook Shin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/kyung-sook-shin/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. When you think something ends, it often signals the start of a new phase. **In simple terms:** Endings can be beginnings. Key Takeaway Embrace transitions as opportunities. Themes change renewal hope Mood hopeful thoughtful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - career change - relationship breakup - creative projects Key Concepts cycle of life personal growth Questions to Reflect On - What endings have led to new beginnings for you? - Are you resisting inevitable change? 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