“I will be a poet, and I will sing of the people's grief.”
What this quote means
Lesya Ukrainka affirms the poet's vocation as a voice for the people. She highlights art's role in representing collective suffering. This resonates with all who use their voice to testify against injustice. It reminds us that creativity can be an act of resistance and solidarity. It's a commitment not to look away, but to transform pain into words.
How to apply it daily
Use your art or expression (writing, music, speech) to address a cause that moves you. Give voice to those who suffer.
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