Futility Quote by W. H. Auden
“For time is inches And the heart's changes, Where ghost has haunted Lost and wanted.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "For Time Is Inches", 1930
Time passes slowly while hearts change, haunted by loss and desire.
In simple terms: Heart changes with time, haunted by loss.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change despite lingering longing.
Themes
time
heart
loss
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- grief counseling
- creative writing
- relationship healing
Key Concepts
existentialism
emotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with lingering loss?
- What brings meaning amid change?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on loss can hinder moving forward.
