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Healing, Papa would tell me, is not a science, but the intuitive art of wooing nature.
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"'Healing,' Papa would tell me, 'is not a science, but the intuitive art of wooing nature.'"

- W. H. Auden

About this Quote

This quote highlights the concept that recovery can not be approached as an accurate science, but rather requires an instinctive understanding of nature. The word "charming" suggests a mild persuasion rather than a forceful or aggressive approach. This recommends that in order to heal, we must work in harmony with nature instead of trying to dominate or manage it. The use of the word "art" even more enhances this idea, highlighting the value of creativity and instinct in the healing procedure. Ultimately, this quote asks us to method healing with a sense of openness and flexibility, acknowledging that there is much that we do not yet know or understand about the human body and the natural world.

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W. H. Auden This quote is written / told by W. H. Auden between February 21, 1907 and September 29, 1973. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 59 other quotes.

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