Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin

Freedom is a heavy load, a great and strange burden for the spirit to undertake. It is not easy. It is not a gift given, but a choice made, and the choice may be a hard one. The road goes upward towards the light; but the laden traveler may never reach the end of it.

Freedom is a heavy load, a great and strange burden for the

Summary

This quote emphasizes that freedom is not a simple or effortless state to attain. It is described as a weighty and unconventional responsibility that the spirit must willingly embrace. True freedom is not bestowed upon individuals, but rather it is a conscious decision one makes for themselves, and this choice can be challenging. The path towards freedom is depicted as an uphill journey towards illumination, but there is no guarantee of ever fully reaching its destination given the burdens and obstacles one must carry along the way.

By Ursula K. Le Guin

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