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They might not need me but they might. Ill let my head be just in sight a smile as small as mine might be precisely thei
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"They might not need me; but they might. I'll let my head be just in sight; a smile as small as mine might be precisely their necessity"

- Emily Dickinson

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This quote by Emily Dickinson talks to the concept of being available to help others, even if it is not instantly obvious that aid is required. Dickinson suggests that even if someone does not require her assistance, she will still make herself readily available, simply in case. She will keep her head up and her smile on, in case her existence is what somebody needs. This speaks with the idea of being selfless and putting others before oneself. Dickinson is suggesting that even if she is not required, she will still exist, just in case. This is an effective message of altruism and compassion, and it is a reminder that we should constantly want to help others, even if it is not immediately obvious that help is needed.

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Emily Dickinson This quote is written / told by Emily Dickinson between December 10, 1830 and May 15, 1886. She was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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