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Flight Quote by Victor Hugo

“Be like the bird that, passing on her flight awhile on boughs too slight, feels them give way beneath her, and yet sings, knowing that she hath wings.” quote by Victor Hugo
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“Be like the bird that, passing on her flight awhile on boughs too slight, feels them give way beneath her, and yet sings, knowing that she hath wings.”

Victor Hugo

About This Quote

Source Poem: Les Misérables, 1862

A bird trusts its wings despite fragile perches, singing while aware of its ability to rise.

In simple terms: Trust your inner strength even when surroundings seem weak.

Key Takeaway

Embrace confidence and keep moving.

Themes

confidence resilience freedom

Mood

inspirational hopeful

Type

poetic motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal setbacks
  • career challenges
  • creative blocks
  • relationships
  • health journeys

Key Concepts

self‑belief inner strength trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on inner strengths when external support is weak?
  • How can you balance confidence with caution?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can ignore real dangers, leading to risk.

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