Confusion Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
“It's a good thing to have all the props pulled out from under us occasionally. It gives us some sense of what is rock under our feet, and what is sand.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Talk on resilience, 1998
Unexpected setbacks reveal the solid foundations beneath us, distinguishing what is stable from what is fragile.
In simple terms: Loss shows what truly supports us.
Key Takeaway
Use setbacks to identify strengths.
Themes
resilience
self-awareness
growth
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career setbacks
- personal crises
- team failures
- financial loss
Key Concepts
stability
foundation testing
Questions to Reflect On
- What foundations have you discovered after a setback?
- How can you strengthen your “rock” areas?
A Different Perspective
Not all setbacks are revealing; some may be ambiguous.
