"Be as a bird perched on a frail branch that she feels bending beneath her, still she sings away all the same, knowing she has wings"
- Victor Hugo
About this Quote
This quote by Victor Hugo encourages us to remain durable and confident in the face of hardship. It is a pointer that even when we feel overwhelmed by the difficulties we deal with, we need to not quit. The bird perched on a frail branch signifies our own struggles and how we must stay strong and bold despite the troubles. The bird is aware that the branch is flexing below her, yet she still sings away, knowing that she has wings and can fly away if required. This quote motivates us to remain favorable and to trust in our own abilities to overcome any challenge. It is a tip that we have the power to take control of our lives and to make the best of any scenario. We should always remember that we have the power to overlook our difficulties and to make our dreams come to life.
This quote is written / told by Victor Hugo between February 26, 1802 and May 22, 1885. He was a famous Author from France.
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