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Children Quote by Pablo Neruda

“Only do not forget, if I wake up crying it's only because in my dream I'm a lost child hunting through the leaves of the night for your hands…” quote by Pablo Neruda
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“Only do not forget, if I wake up crying it's only because in my dream I'm a lost child hunting through the leaves of the night for your hands…”

Pablo Neruda

About This Quote

Source Poem: "Dream of a Lost Child", 1933

A dream of a lost child searching for guidance reflects deep yearning and vulnerability.

In simple terms: Dreams reveal longing for safety and love.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and nurture inner child.

Themes

dreams longing vulnerability search love

Mood

melancholic poetic

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology symbolism emotional healing

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the lost child symbolize for you?
  • How do you find your 'hands' in waking life?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may blur reality, causing confusion.

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