Glad Quote by Lucy Stone
“It is not quite the same when we are seventy-two as when we are twenty-seven; still I am glad of what is left, and wish we might both hold out till the victory we have sought is won, but all the same the victory is coming. In the aftertime the world will be the better for it.”
About This Quote
Even with age, she remains optimistic that collective effort will achieve a long‑sought victory, believing the world will improve as a result.
In simple terms: Hopeful perseverance toward a future victory.
Optimism sustains long‑term struggle.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activist movements
- career long‑term projects
- intergenerational mentorship
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- Set incremental goals to maintain morale
- Document progress to inspire others
Questions to Reflect On
- What keeps you motivated when progress feels slow?
- How can different generations collaborate effectively?