Parenting Quote by Veronica Roth
““And as I stare out at the land, I think that this, if nothing else, is compelling evidence for my parents’ God, that our world is so massive that it is completely out of our control, that we cannot possibly be as large as we feel. So small as to be negligible. It’s strange, but there’s something in that thought that makes me feel almost . . . free.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Divergent, 2011
The vastness of the universe makes human concerns seem insignificant, which can be liberating.
In simple terms: The world’s huge size makes us feel small and free.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and freedom in the face of enormity.
Themes
humility
freedom
existence
perspective
Mood
wonder
contemplative
liberating
Type
literary
existential
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stargazing
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
- meditation
- travel
Key Concepts
cosmology
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing our smallness affect your daily choices?
- What freedoms arise when you let go of control?
A Different Perspective
It may also provoke anxiety about meaninglessness.
