Human race Quote by William Morris
“A man at work, making something which he feels will exist because he is working atit and wills it, is exercising theenergies of his mind and soul as well as of his body. Memory and imagination helphim as he works. Not only hisown thoughts, but the thoughts of the men of past ages guide his hands; and, as part of the human race, he creates. If we work thus we shall be men, and our days will be happy and eventful.”
About This Quote
Source Book: News from Nowhere by William Morris, 1890
Creating through work engages mind, soul, and body, guided by memory, imagination, and collective human thought, leading to fulfillment and meaningful days.
In simple terms: Work unites mind, soul, body, and history for fulfillment.
Key Takeaway
Engage fully in purposeful work.
Themes
creativity
purpose
fulfillment
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- craftsmanship
- personal projects
- community building
Key Concepts
collective consciousness
humanism
mind-body integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your work connect you to past thinkers?
- What balance of imagination and effort yields happiness?
A Different Perspective
May overlook rest, leading to burnout.
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