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Chance Quote by William Wordsworth

“Me this uncharted freedom tires; I feel the weight of chance desires, My hopes no more must change their name, I long for a repose that ever is the same.” quote by William Wordsworth
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“Me this uncharted freedom tires; I feel the weight of chance desires, My hopes no more must change their name, I long for a repose that ever is the same.”

William Wordsworth

About This Quote

Source Poem: (Untitled) 1798

He feels trapped by endless possibilities and longs for stable, unchanging peace.

In simple terms: He is overwhelmed by choices and seeks constancy.

Key Takeaway

Seek balance between freedom and stability.

Themes

existential desire inner conflict

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • creative work
  • life planning

Key Concepts

freedom chance hope

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “repose” mean to you?
  • How can change be embraced without loss?
A Different Perspective

Desire for sameness may hinder growth.

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