In contrast to how a child belongs in the world, adult belonging is never as natural, innocent, or playful. Adult belonging has to be chosen, received, and renewed. It is a lifetime's work.

— John O'Donohue Eternal Echoes – Exploring Our Hunger To Belong (2011)

More quotes by John O'Donohue

Anam Cara – Spiritual Wisdom from the Celtic World (1997)

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Divine Beauty: The Invisible Embrace (2003)

Divine Beauty: The Invisible Embrace (2010)

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