Quote by Karin Boye

The sated day is never firstThe best day is a day of thirstYes, there is goal and meaning in our path -but it is the way that is the labour's worth.

The sated day is never firstThe best day is a day of thirstY

Summary

This quote suggests that satisfaction and fulfillment are not achieved by reaching a state of contentment, but rather by embracing the desire to constantly strive for greater things. It implies that the best and most rewarding days are those where one feels a thirst for knowledge, growth, and improvement. The quote emphasizes that the true value lies in the journey itself, the efforts made and the challenges faced, rather than in merely attaining a specific end goal.

Topics

Inspirational Purpose Perseverance Achievement Fulfillment

By Karin Boye

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