The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the o…

Albert Schweitzer
246 citations
The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it; and so in great calamities, it sometimes happens that light and frivolous spirits recover their elasticity and presence of mind sooner than those of a loftier character.
Thought Time
30

More Author Quotes

The highest knowledge is to know that we are surrounded by mystery. Neither knowledge nor hope for the future can be the pivot of our life or determine its direction. It is intended to be solely dete … ▶
A man can do only what he can do. But if he does that each day he can sleep at night and do it again the next day.
Impart as much as you can of your spiritual being to those who are on the road with you, and accept as something precious what comes back to you from them. ✨ Albert Schweitzer (2014). A Treasury of A … ▶
Think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flames within us. ✨ A Treasury of Albert Schweitzer.
Every patient carries her or his own doctor inside.

The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it; and so in great calamities, it sometimes happens that light and frivolous spirits recover their elasticity and presence of mind sooner than those of a loftier character.

More Author Quotes

Most Cited Authors

The Best Quotes

Most Liked Authors

Curated Author Quotes