Believe Quote by May Sarton
“I would like to believe when I die that I have given myself away like a tree that sows seed every spring and never counts the loss, because it is not loss, it is adding to future life. It is the tree's way of being. Strongly rooted perhaps, but spilling out its treasure on the wind.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Tree of Life” in The House of My Soul, 1970
The speaker wishes to die selflessly, giving like a tree that seeds without counting loss.
In simple terms: Desire to contribute to future life without fearing loss.
Key Takeaway
Live selflessly, focus on lasting impact.
Themes
selflessness
legacy
growth
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- environmental activism
- teaching
- mentorship
- writing
Key Concepts
philosophy
nature metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “adding to future life” mean for you?
- How can you balance giving with self-care?
A Different Perspective
Self-sacrifice may neglect personal needs.
