Air Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“Sometimes the road was only a lane, with thick hawthorne hedges, and the green elms overhung it on either side so that when you looked up there was only a strip of blue sky between. And as you rode along in the warm, keen air you had a sensation that the world was standing still and life would last forever. Although you were pedaling with such energy you had a delicious feeling of laziness.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: "The Road" (hypothetical title), 1925
A serene moment on a quiet road evokes timelessness, yet the rider feels lazy despite energy.
In simple terms: A peaceful scene that blends stillness with hidden laziness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace calm while acknowledging inner inertia.
Themes
nature
tranquility
time
effort
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
narrative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- walking in nature
- creative reflection
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
philosophy of existence
mindfulness
contradiction
Questions to Reflect On
- What does stillness reveal about your inner drive?
- Can you channel calm into purposeful action?
A Different Perspective
The feeling of laziness may contradict the setting's beauty.
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