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Beauty Quote by Terry Tempest Williams

“Finding beauty in a broken world is creating beauty in the world we find.” quote by Terry Tempest Williams
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“Finding beauty in a broken world is creating beauty in the world we find.”

Terry Tempest Williams

About This Quote

Source Book: “Refuge: An Unnatural History of Family and Place”, 2012

Finding beauty in a broken world involves creating new beauty despite imperfections and loss

In simple terms: Create beauty amid brokenness

Key Takeaway

Seek creative expression in adversity

Themes

resilience creativity environment

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical activist

When to use this quote

  • urban renewal
  • environmental activism
  • personal healing
  • artistic projects

Key Concepts

transformation hope

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does creating beauty mean to you in a damaged context?
  • How can you ensure creation also addresses underlying problems?
A Different Perspective

Beauty creation can overlook systemic issues

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