“Oh the mad coupling of hope and force in which we merged and despaired”
— Pablo Neruda
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes people mix their dreams and desires with the need to make things happen quickly and forcefully, leading to a frenzied mess. Think about somebody who really wants to start their own business. They're filled with excitement and hope but rush into things without proper planning. They might force things to happen too fast, making hurried decisions. This mixture of hope and hurried actions often results in frustration and disappointment when things don't work out as planned. Instead of forcing everything, it's better to balance dreams with patience and careful steps. This way, they're more likely to succeed without feeling overwhelmed or hopeless.