Crush Quote by May Sarton
“Here life goes on, even and monotonous on the surface, full of lightning, of summits and of despair, in its depths. We have now arrived at a stage in life so rich in new perceptions that cannot be transmitted to those at another stage - one feels at the same time full of so much gentleness and so much despair - the enigma of this life grows, grows, drowns one and crushes one, then all of a sudden in a supreme moment of light one becomes aware of the sacred.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Life’s Enigma,” 1975
Life’s surface may appear monotonous, yet beneath lies a mix of light and darkness, leading to moments of profound sacred awareness.
In simple terms: Surface calm hides deep turmoil and sudden insight.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both despair and hope for spiritual growth.
Themes
existence
spirituality
duality
human experience
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- philosophical contemplation
Key Concepts
contradiction
sacred moments
emotional depth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find sacred moments in daily life?
- What practices help reconcile gentleness with despair?
A Different Perspective
The poem’s abstract language may limit concrete application.
