Quote by Helen Hayes

Every human being on this earth is born with a tragedy, and it isn't original sin. He's born with the tragedy that he has to grow up. That he has to leave the nest, the security, and go out to do battle. He has to lose everything that is lovely and fight for a new loveliness of his own making, and it's a tragedy. A lot of people don't have the courage to do it.


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Summary

This quote highlights the inherent tragedy of human existence: the necessity for growth and the courage required to leave behind familiarity to pursue a personal path. It suggests that the tragedy lies not in original sin, but in the universal experience of having to face the challenges of adulthood. Leaving the security of the comfort zone, individuals must confront loss and hardships in their pursuit of a new and self-created beauty. The quote implies that not everyone possesses the bravery needed to embark on this journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Topics

Growth
By Helen Hayes
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