Ambition Quote by Louise Bogan
“... politics are nothing but sand and gravel: it is art and life that feed us until we die. Everything else is ambition, hysteria or hatred.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Collected Poems of Louise Bogan, 1970
Life’s essentials are art and sustenance; everything else is driven by destructive motives.
In simple terms: Art and basic needs sustain us; other drives are harmful.
Key Takeaway
Focus on art and simple needs.
Themes
art
life
human nature
motivation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- daily living
- creative work
- relationships
- political discourse
Key Concepts
existentialism
materialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly sustains you?
- How do you distinguish essential needs from destructive ambitions?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting deeper societal issues can limit growth.
