Impossible Quote by Willa Cather
““I only want impossible things," she said roughly. "The others don't interest me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: My Antonia by Willa Cather, 1918
A character declares a desire for unattainable goals, dismissing ordinary pursuits as uninteresting.
In simple terms: She wants only impossible dreams, not mundane things.
Key Takeaway
Pursue bold visions, not just the safe.
Themes
ambition
impossibility
individualism
nonconformity
Mood
determined
defiant
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career choices
- creative projects
- personal growth
- risk taking
Key Concepts
Modernism
existentialism
selfdetermination
Questions to Reflect On
- What impossible thing drives you?
- Are safe goals ever worthwhile?
A Different Perspective
Impossible goals can lead to frustration or failure.
