Wanting to Be Able To

Piet Hein

 Next Poem          

'Impossibilities' are good
not to attach that label to;
since, correctly understood,
if we wanted to, we would
be able to be able to.

Next Poem 

 Back to Piet Hein
Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓

Receive the ebook in seconds 50 poems from 50 different authors


To be able to leave a comment here you must be registered. Log in or Sign up.

Comments2
  • Tracie-ann

    Honestly, I wasn't a huge fan of this poem. I think it's trying to convey a message about the importance of self-belief and not limiting ourselves, but it just didn't resonate with me. It felt somewhat convoluted and repetitive. Maybe others will appreciate it more than I did.

    • Bobby Cranestone

      Just re-read this gem that I came across when I was much younger. Amazing how its simple yet powerful message still hits home even now. Gives you the nudge to push boundaries & break self-imposed limits. Loved how it plants this idea that nothing is truly impossible! 💪🌟 Always found it very motivating when tackling school work or any challenging situations. A timeless reminder that often, it is we who set limits to what we can achieve. 👏💫