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I try to teach my heart not to want things it cant have
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"I try to teach my heart not to want things it can't have"

- Alice Walker

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This quote by Alice Walker reflects a deep understanding of human desire and the inevitable sensation of longing for something beyond our reach. It highlights the struggle of reconciling our heart's desires with the constraints of reality. Walker's words suggest a conscious effort to tame the fervent goals that typically result in frustration and heartache. By acknowledging the value of teaching our hearts, she suggests a need for self-control and inner growth. Walker motivates a mindful approach, implying that by accepting and redirecting our desires, we can discover peace within ourselves and align our wants with achievable objectives. Ultimately, this quote speaks to the wisdom of accepting life's restrictions and discovering contentment in what we currently possess.

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Alice Walker This quote is written / told by Alice Walker somewhere between February 9, 1944 and today. She was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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