Beauty Quote by Mary Oliver
““eventually tides will be the only calendar you believe in… And someone’s face, whom you love, will be as a star Both intimate and ultimate, And you will be heart-shaken and respectful. And you will hear the air itself, like a beloved, whisper Oh let me, for a while longer, enter the two Beautiful bodies of your lungs... Look, and look again. This world is not just a little thrill for your eyes. It’s more than bones. It’s more than the delicate wrist with its personal pulse. It’s more than the beating of a single heart. It’s praising. It’s giving until the giving feels like receiving. You have a life- just imagine that! You have this day, and maybe another, and maybe Still another… And I have become the child of the clouds, and of hope. I have become the friend of the enemy, whoever that is. I have become older and, cherishing what I have learned, I have become younger. And what do I risk to tell you this, which is all I know? Love yourself. Then forget it. Then, love the world.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The World Is Not Just a Little Thrill for Your Eyes” (source unknown)
The passage celebrates love, self‑acceptance, and the profound connection to nature and humanity, urging us to cherish life and give generously.
In simple terms: Love yourself, then love the world.
Key Takeaway
Embrace life, give freely, and love unconditionally.
Themes
love
self‑acceptance
spirituality
gratitude
existence
Mood
hopeful
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- daily meditation
- acts of kindness
- creative expression
Key Concepts
interconnectedness
transcendence
generosity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice self‑love daily?
- In what ways can you extend love to the world?
A Different Perspective
The poetic style may obscure practical steps for everyday application.
