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Achievement Quote by Walt Whitman

“There's a man in the world who is never turned down, whatever he chances to stray; he gets the glad hand in the populous town, or out where the farmers makes hay; he's greeted with pleasure on deserts of sand, and deep in the aisles of the woods; wherever he goes there's a welcoming hand-he's the…” quote by Walt Whitman
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“There's a man in the world who is never turned down, whatever he chances to stray; he gets the glad hand in the populous town, or out where the farmers makes hay; he's greeted with pleasure on deserts of sand, and deep in the aisles of the woods; wherever he goes there's a welcoming hand-he's the man who delivers the goods.”

Walt Whitman

About This Quote

Source Poem: Song of the Open Road, 1855, Walt Whitman

A universally welcomed man delivers goods, symbolizing generosity and community acceptance.

In simple terms: A man who is always welcomed and helpful.

Key Takeaway

Embrace generosity and community service.

Themes

community generosity acceptance

Mood

hopeful warm

Type

narrative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • volunteer work
  • neighborhood aid
  • customer service

Key Concepts

social reciprocity human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you foster welcoming attitudes?
  • What barriers exist to universal acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone receives such universal welcome.

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