Animals Quote by Meg Rosoff
““When a creature begins to emerge from it's chrysails there is a point at which it is neither one thing nor the other, not quite grown into a new identity nor rid of the old one. It's wings are folded and sticky, it's colours hidden. Whether it will emerge in shades of emerald and lapis lazuli or the colour of mud is yet to be revealed. It is that long, still, moment of waiting that fascinates me utterly. The suspence of waiting for beauty to unfurl.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, Meg Rosoff, 2015
A transitional phase is both uncertain and full of potential, where old identity fades and new possibilities await.
In simple terms: Waiting can be beautiful and uncertain.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the unknown and trust the process.
Themes
transformation
uncertainty
potential
growth
beauty
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative projects
- career change
- relationship shifts
Key Concepts
metamorphosis
identity
anticipation
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears arise during your own periods of change?
- How can you nurture patience?
A Different Perspective
The new identity may never fully emerge, leading to stagnation.
