Dwell in possibility. — Emily Dickinson | Printable Wall Art

“Dwell in possibility.”

Words by Emily Dickinson (1830-1886) — American poet.

About this quote

This phrase invites us to open our minds to potential rather than settling for limitations. Dickinson contrasts the narrow walls of prose with the boundless nature of poetry. To dwell in possibility means choosing hope, imagination, and continuous growth. It suggests that keeping an open attitude towards what might be allows for a richer, more creative life.

It comes from poem 657, written around 1862 during the American Civil War era. The poem begins with the line 'I dwell in Possibility', where Dickinson compares poetry to an expansive house with endless windows and doors.

People often hang this print in a home office or study to inspire open-minded thinking while working.

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An instant digital download. Choose your design and size at checkout — 19 typographic designs and 8 print sizes are available for this quote.

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