“I wonder if the snowlovesthe trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, "Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.”
— Lewis Carroll
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“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, 'Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.'” ❄️ Sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is allow yourself to rest and recharge. How do you embrace stillness during your own 'winter' seasons? Let us know below! 👇
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In the rush of our modern lives, we often forget that growth isn't a constant, upward climb. We feel pressured to be in a perpetual state of 'summer'—blooming, producing, and shining. But Lewis Carroll’s enchanting words remind us that there is a profound, nurturing beauty in the quiet seasons of life. Just as the snow wraps the earth in a protective, white quilt, there are times when we need to retreat, rest, and allow ourselves to be still. This quote serves as a gentle reminder that rest is not a sign of weakness or a lack of progress; it is a prerequisite for renewal. The 'winter' periods of our lives—those moments of solitude, reflection, or even hardship—are often the very blankets that protect our inner selves while we prepare for our next season of growth. Embrace your need for stillness. Trust that even in your quietest, most dormant moments, you are being nurtured for the beautiful summer that is bound to return.
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