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Bones Quote by Marge Piercy

“Only when we break the mirror and climb into our vision, only when we are the wind together streaming and singing, only in the dream we become with our bones for spears, we are real at last and wake.” quote by Marge Piercy
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“Only when we break the mirror and climb into our vision, only when we are the wind together streaming and singing, only in the dream we become with our bones for spears, we are real at last and wake.”

Marge Piercy

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Mirror of Vision”, 1975

A metaphorical call to shatter self‑imposed limits, unite, and awaken true self.

In simple terms: Break limits, unite, awaken.

Key Takeaway

Embrace collective strength to realize authentic self.

Themes

self‑growth unity awakening creativity

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal transformation
  • team projects
  • artistic creation
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Metaphor self‑realization collective consciousness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mirrors are you still holding?
  • How can shared effort unlock new possibilities?
A Different Perspective

Individual effort alone may not achieve the vision.

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