"Poetry leads us to the unstructured sources of our beings, to the unknown, and returns us to our rational, structured selves refreshed"
- A. R. Ammons
About this Quote
This quote by A. R. Ammons speaks with the power of poetry to take us on a journey of self-discovery. Poetry can lead us to explore the depths of our inner selves, to reveal the unknown and to acquire a much better understanding of our real nature. It can take us far from the structured, logical world and into a realm of creativity and creativity. By doing so, it can assist us to gain a brand-new point of view on our lives and to gain a greater gratitude for the appeal of the world around us. When we go back to our rational, structured selves, we are refreshed and rejuvenated, with a newfound sense of clearness and purpose. Poetry can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and development, and can help us to acquire a much deeper understanding of ourselves and our place in the world.
This quote is written / told by A. R. Ammons between February 18, 1926 and February 25, 2021. He/she was a famous Poet from USA.
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