Say Wish Quote by Margaret Atwood
““The Adams and the Eves used to say, We are what we eat, but I prefer to say, we are what we wish. Because if you can't wish, why bother?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, 1985
We are shaped by our desires; without wishes, existence feels meaningless.
In simple terms: Desires define us; lacking them leads to emptiness.
Cultivate meaningful aspirations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal growth
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What wishes truly guide you?
- How to differentiate fleeting wants from core purpose?
Desires can be fleeting or harmful.