Welt Quote by Stanisław Jerzy Lec
““Jedermann will seinen Platz an der Sonne. (Wenn's geht, im Schatten.)””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Jedermann will seinen Platz an der Sonne”, 1965
The poet suggests everyone seeks a place in the sun, but when that’s impossible, they must accept the shade.
In simple terms: Seek light, accept shade when necessary.
Adapt goals to reality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career aspiration
- life setbacks
- health challenges
- aging
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you accepted a lesser role?
- How do you find value in the “shade”?
Idealism may clash with practical limits.