“It is difficult to get the news from poems yet men die miserably every day for lack of what is found there.”
What this quote means
Poetry conveys a profound truth that news cannot capture, speaking to our inner selves. Ignoring it leaves us spiritually starved, leading to a life of quiet desperation. This line reminds us that art is not a luxury but a vital necessity for a meaningful existence.
How to apply it daily
Read a poem each morning and let one image or feeling linger before checking the news.
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