Air Quote by Wallace Stevens
“Spread outward. Crack the round dome. Break through. Have liberty not as the air within a grave Or down a well. Breathe freedom, oh, my native, In the space of horizons that neither love nor hate.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Idea of Order at Key West", 1939
He urges breaking constraints and seeking freedom beyond conventional limits, embracing a horizon beyond love or hate.
In simple terms: Break limits to find true freedom.
Key Takeaway
Pursue liberty beyond societal expectations.
Themes
freedom
creativity
philosophy
Mood
reflective
provocative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic expression
- social activism
- personal empowerment
- philosophical inquiry
Key Concepts
liberty
existentialism
boundary breaking
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries limit you?
- How can you act freely without harming others?
A Different Perspective
Freedom can be abstract; practical steps needed.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)