Did you ever have a dream?" he asked. "Something you…
““Did you ever have a dream?" he asked. "Something you wanted so badly and just when you think you're about to reach out and grabit, something else takes it away?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks, 1996
A longing for an unattainable dream creates frustration and yearning for what seems just out of reach.
In simple terms: Chasing impossible dreams feels painful.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits, seek realistic goals.
Themes
longing
frustration
hope
Mood
melancholy
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- career aspirations
- romantic pursuits
- personal growth
- creative projects
Key Concepts
desire
unattainable goals
Questions to Reflect On
- What dream feels just out of reach?
- How can you adjust expectations?
A Different Perspective
Dreams may be unrealistic and cause distress.