Broken Quote by Terry Tempest Williams
“Social change can be seen as a mosaic, taking that which is broken and creating something new.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Mosaic of Change” (published in a collection of environmental writings)
Social transformation is likened to assembling a mosaic, where broken pieces are re‑imagined into a new, cohesive whole.
In simple terms: Change rebuilds broken parts into something new.
Key Takeaway
Embrace brokenness as material for renewal.
Themes
environment
social justice
creativity
renewal
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- community projects
- urban renewal
- environmental restoration
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Systems thinking
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What broken parts of society can you help reassemble?
- How does seeing brokenness as material change your outlook?
A Different Perspective
Mosaics can hide underlying fractures that persist.
