Quote by Tom Stoppard

We cross our bridges when we come to them and burn them behind us, with nothing to show for our progress except a memory of the smell of smoke, and a presumption that once our eyes watered.

We cross our bridges when we come to them and burn them behi

Summary

This quote suggests that in life, we often handle situations as they arise without considering the long-term consequences. We cross bridges, which symbolize challenges or obstacles, and then completely leave them behind, metaphorically burning them. This implies a lack of foresight and reflection on our actions. The reference to the memory of the smell of smoke and our eyes watering symbolizes the brief and fading impression we have of our past choices, ultimately leaving us with nothing but faint reminders of our progress.

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Growth

By Tom Stoppard

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