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Better world Quote by Paullina Simons

“the days of the young, when they gulped the air and lived to see the better world, the grown-up world, when they could not wait for the days to end so that they could get on with the rest of their lives.” quote by Paullina Simons
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““the days of the young, when they gulped the air and lived to see the better world, the grown-up world, when they could not wait for the days to end so that they could get on with the rest of their lives.””

Paullina Simons

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons, 2000

Youth cherishes hope and possibility, while adulthood often feels impatient for resolution and routine.

In simple terms: Youth is hopeful; adulthood is impatient.

Key Takeaway

Embrace patience and preserve youthful optimism.

Themes

hope time growth patience disillusionment

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal development
  • relationship milestones
  • health challenges

Key Concepts

existentialism nostalgia life stages

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance youthful optimism with adult responsibilities?
  • What routines help you stay hopeful?
A Different Perspective

Idealism can clash with practical constraints.

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