Conscious Quote by Thomas Hardy
““To be conscious that the end of a dream is approaching, and yet has not absolutely come, is one of the most wearisome as well as the most curious stages along the course between the beginning of a passion and its end.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Return of the Native”, 1878
Awareness that a passion is ending creates both weariness and curiosity, marking a transitional phase between its rise and decline.
In simple terms: Knowing a dream is ending feels tiring yet intriguing.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the transition and learn from it.
Themes
passion
change
transition
awareness
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career shift
- relationship ending
- creative project
- personal loss
Key Concepts
impermanence
psychology
growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons does the ending teach?
- How can you stay present during decline?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on endings may hinder enjoying the present.
