--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: See, when we get sent out into the world…" description: "\"“See, when we get sent out into the world we come here carryin' two sets of gifts. The gifts of the father an' gifts of the mother. The two human bein'..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/60a/richard-wagamese-23762_life_see-when-we-get-sent-out-into-the-world_3061693.jpg" --- # See, when we get sent out into the world we come here… ![“See, when we get sent out into the world we come here carryin' two sets of gifts. The gifts of the father an' gifts of the mother. The two human bein's that made our life. We came here carryin' those two sets of gifts, each one equal to the other. But sometimes the world gets hold of us and makes…” quote by Richard Wagamese](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/60a/richard-wagamese-23762_life_see-when-we-get-sent-out-into-the-world_3061693.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/60a/richard-wagamese-23762_life_see-when-we-get-sent-out-into-the-world_3061693.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/60a/richard-wagamese-23762_life_see-when-we-get-sent-out-into-the-world_3061693.jpg) > ““See, when we get sent out into the world we come here carryin' two sets of gifts. The gifts of the father an' gifts of the mother. The two human bein's that made our life. We came here carryin' those two sets of gifts, each one equal to the other. But sometimes the world gets hold of us and makes us see diff'rent way. We get told as men that we gotta be strong, gotta be fearless. Lotta us kinda start ignorin' the gifts of our mother. Go through life just usin' gifts of our father. Bein' tough, makin' our own plans, livin' in the head. But if you do that you can't be wholee on accounta you gotta use both of them equal setsa gifts to live right, to fill out the circle of your own life. Be complete. Gotta use the mother's gifts too. Like gentleness an' nurturin' livin' in the heart.”” [Richard Wagamese](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/richard-wagamese/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Balancing masculine strength with feminine compassion creates a complete, authentic life. **In simple terms:** Both strengths needed for wholeness. Key Takeaway Integrate heart and mind equally. Themes balance identity wholeness masculinity femininity Mood reflective inspirational Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - personal growth - leadership - relationships - parenting Key Concepts dualism integrative psychology indigenous wisdom Questions to Reflect On - How can you honor both paternal and maternal influences? - What habits nurture gentleness in daily life? 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