Chickens Quote by Toni Morrison
![“How come it can’t fly no better than a chicken?’ Milkman asked. Too much tail. All that jewelry weighs it down. Like vanity. Can’t nobody fly with all that [stuff]. Wanna fly, you got to give up the [stuff] that weighs you down.’ The peacock jumped onto the hood of the Buick and once more spread…” quote by Toni Morrison](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4bf/toni-morrison-271_chickens_how-come-it-can-t-fly-no-better-than-a-c_1384733.jpg)
“How come it can’t fly no better than a chicken?’ Milkman asked. Too much tail. All that jewelry weighs it down. Like vanity. Can’t nobody fly with all that [stuff]. Wanna fly, you got to give up the [stuff] that weighs you down.’ The peacock jumped onto the hood of the Buick and once more spread its tail, sending the flashy Buick into oblivion.”
About This Quote
Excessive vanity and attachment to material trappings hinder personal freedom and the ability to soar beyond ordinary limits.
In simple terms: Letting go of excess allows true freedom.
Key Takeaway
Release unnecessary burdens to achieve your potential.
Themes
vanity
freedom
self‑acceptance
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- career change
- creative projects
- personal development
- minimalist lifestyle
Key Concepts
materialism
self‑limitation
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What “stuff” holds you back?
- What would you gain by simplifying?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that some comforts are necessary.
