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“Jedermann will seinen Platz an der Sonne. (Wenn's geht, im Schatten.)” quote by Stanisław Jerzy Lec
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““Jedermann will seinen Platz an der Sonne. (Wenn's geht, im Schatten.)””

Stanisław Jerzy Lec

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.

Key Takeaway

Adapt goals to reality.

Themes

ambition acceptance adaptability

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary existential

When to use this quote

  • career aspiration
  • life setbacks
  • health challenges
  • aging

Key Concepts

philosophy human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you accepted a lesser role?
  • How do you find value in the “shade”?
A Different Perspective

Idealism may clash with practical limits.

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