Coming home Quote by Nadine Gordimer
“I have learned since that sometimes the things we want most are impossible for us. You may long to come home, yet wander forever.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: July's People, 1981
Desired outcomes may be unattainable; longing can persist despite impossibility.
In simple terms: Some wishes are impossible.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits while pursuing growth.
Themes
desire
impossibility
longing
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- career aspirations
- personal relationships
- spiritual quests
Key Concepts
acceptance
resilience
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What impossible desire drives you?
- How do you find meaning when goals shift?
A Different Perspective
Denial of reality can cause stagnation.
