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"If you surrendered to the air, you could ride it." — Toni Morrison

The Positivity Collective Updated: April 19, 2026 2 min read

What This Quote Means

Embracing change opens doors that resistance keeps firmly shut.

About Toni Morrison

Toni Morrison was an American novelist and Nobel laureate known for her powerful explorations of Black identity and American history.

Toni Morrison (1931-2019) used the power of narrative to illuminate the beauty, pain, and complexity of Black American life.

How to Apply This Wisdom

Embrace transitions

View life transitions as opportunities for growth.

Flexibility

Practice adapting quickly when plans change unexpectedly.

Release attachment

Let go of one thing you are clinging to that no longer serves you.

Reflection Questions

  • What change am I resisting that might benefit me?
  • How has an unexpected change led to something positive in my past?
  • What am I holding onto that I need to release?
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