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Morning Quote by T.S. Eliot

“Your shadow at morning striding behind you Or your shadow at evening rising to meet you;” quote by T.S. Eliot
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““Your shadow at morning striding behind you Or your shadow at evening rising to meet you;””

T.S. Eliot

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock, 1915

Our shadow follows us from dawn to dusk, symbolizing the constant presence of self and mortality.

In simple terms: Shadows accompany us throughout life.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge the ever‑present self.

Themes

self mortality companionship

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary metaphorical

When to use this quote

  • night walks
  • self‑reflection
  • creative writing
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

psychology existentialism symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does your shadow represent to you?
  • How can you turn the shadow into a guide?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on shadows may lead to over‑identification with negative aspects.

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