Yearning Quote by Sue Monk Kidd
““We 're all yearning for a wedge of sky, aren 't we? I suspect Zgod plants these yearlings in us so we'll at least try and change the course of things. We must try, that's all" - Lucretia Mott in The Invention of Wings””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Invention of Wings, 1997
Human aspiration seeks freedom, and hope fuels attempts to reshape destiny despite uncertainty.
In simple terms: Hope drives us to change.
Key Takeaway
Pursue dreams despite fear.
Themes
hope
freedom
self‑determination
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- social activism
- creative projects
- overcoming adversity
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Existential yearning
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take toward your vision?
- How do you sustain hope in difficult times?
A Different Perspective
Hope can be fragile; external obstacles may impede change.
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