Quote by Mary Oliver

To live in this world, you must be able to do three things: to love what is mortal to hold it against your bones knowing your own life depends on it and, when the time comes to let it go, to let it go.

To live in this world, you must be able to do three things:

Summary

This quote encapsulates the essence of living a fulfilling life. It emphasizes the importance of embracing the temporal nature of human existence. To truly live, one must love deeply, holding onto the impermanent aspects of life with an understanding that our own vitality and meaning are intertwined with these experiences. However, it also highlights the necessity of letting go when the time comes, acknowledging the cyclical nature of life and the inevitability of change. This paradoxical balance of cherishing and releasing is essential for growth, acceptance, and finding peace within the ever-evolving world.

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