Freedom Quote by Rachael Wade
““I smiled and rolled onto my side, bringing my arms around her. She wiggled against me, letting me spoon her, and I swept some sweaty hair away from her neck to kiss beneath her ear. “How do you like your new tattoo?” “I love it. It makes me want to be a bird.” “You already are a bird.” “I don’t get to fly.” “You fly all the time. Haven’t you noticed?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh, 2020
A tender moment of intimacy reveals how love can make us feel liberated, even when we feel grounded or constrained.
In simple terms: Love can make us feel free despite feeling stuck.
Key Takeaway
Embrace affection, notice how love lifts you.
Themes
intimacy
freedom
identity
connection
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
literary
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationship
- personal growth
- overcoming self‑doubt
Key Concepts
emotional vulnerability
metaphor of flight
self‑perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does affection change your sense of freedom?
- What does “being a bird” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Love may not change external limits, only internal perception.
