What do you understand by the phrase “to be free as a bird”? When we look into the sky, we see the birds flying above us. As they spread their wings, they seem to enjoy the winds being carefree of their destination. But how can this phrase be defined to a person?
To be free as a bird means to be unbothered by social injustices, to move with your life, jump through every obstacle, make your own choices and decisions, and most importantly, to enjoy remarkable adventures.
And to be free as a bird, to fly in the sky, to enjoy endless flights, who hasn’t dreamed of such freedom? No matter how much blissful your life can be, at some point, we all have thought of breaking down the social shackles and freeing ourselves to live a carefree life. But how many of us can truly free ourselves from those shackles?
Some of these quotes will blow you mind…
Our duty and responsibility have always stopped us from leading a carefree life. No matter how much we try to console ourselves, deep down, we all long for freedom. From a worker working for a part-time job to a millionaire who is surrounded by all luxuries one can afford, they all have dreamed of breaking down the shackles and running wild in the garden of freedom.
But once one can break the shackles and taste the fruit of freedom, soon that person will realize how blessed they are with their existence. To live a life without any worries, without any constraints, and especially without being dependent on others’ decisions is and will always be the dream of each and every person.
And if you are someone who wishes to be free and fly like a bird, here are some quotes that would encourage you to live your life of freedom by shattering down the constraints that hold you in your life.
All-Time Best Free Bird Quotes
1. “Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness.” -Alejandro Jodorowsky
Each and every one of us who exists at this very moment has the choice to free ourselves, and few brave souls accept that choice as well. We see them breaking the barriers of social stereotypes and social injustices and finally spreading their wings. Instead of taking that as an inspiration, we are filled with jealousy. We think of ways to clip up their wings and pin them down. But no matter what, they won’t give up.
They will face all those hurdles as they are aware that the journey towards freedom will be painful, but in the end, all of the efforts will be worth it. So instead of creating obstacles, let’s encourage them as well as your mind. To attain freedom, one has to take a step, so why not that step encourage them and accept them with broad minds?
2. “Caged birds sing of freedom, free birds fly.” -Thorolf Rafto
The ones who are caged in prison will always dream about the day when they will finally be free. They hope for that day to arrive as soon as possible because they can no longer wait to taste the fruit of freedom. Living each and every day with the constraints put upon them makes each and every second of their excruciatingly painful.
They sing of hope, love, and above all, freedom. At the same time, the ones who have achieved their freedom roam throughout the sky. They fly high above the sky. Nothing is holding them back anymore. As they fly, they realize that each and every moment of the pain is finally paying off its price.
3. “So say it loud and let it ring. We are all a part of everything. The future, present, and the past. Fly on the proud bird. You’re free at last.” -Charlie Daniels
This is the last tribute Charlie gave to this his friend who died in a plane crash. Indeed we all are part of everything in this universe. The circle of life will continue as long as humans and every other living being continue to survive on this planet. As we were born on this planet, one day, we are bound to leave this body behind. The day we die, we are ultimately freeing ourselves from all the temptations. We are finally free.
4. “I wouldn’t steal anything because stealing is wrong. If I had to, I’d steal a caged bird and set it free.” -Arthur Darvill
A lesson that has always been a part of each and every child while growing up was that stealing was a crime. One should not steal anything anymore as it is a crime. Then what about stealing a caged bird from its cage? Will that still be considered a crime? No, because you’re not stealing anything away. You’re giving them the freedom that they long for. As well all co-exist at the same time, we all long for our freedom.
5. “Her mind is a bird that’s trapped inside her skull, flapping and thrashing, never breaking free.” -Lauren De Stefano
Have you ever noticed a bird who accidentally got trapped inside a room? It flaps its wing like a maniac, crashes with each and every piece of furniture, spreads its wings, poop, and fear all over the place. The bird tries its level best to free to escape from that place, and once is escapes, the bird will never turn back. It will soar through the sky but will never turn back. It has finally found its rightful place.
6. “We are flying free like birds in the sky because we are alive.” -Jessie J
To be finally free and fly like birds among the sky. And to witness the sea of infinite possibilities and opportunities that surrounds us at each moment of our life. To explore the adventures of life. And to make decisions based solely upon oneself. To spread the wings and explore the endless sky. And finally, to find oneself happy and be at peace with its mind.
7. “I don’t have to be what you want me to be. I’m free to be what I want.” -Muhammad Ali
Do you know the most beautiful thing you realize? You’re not bound by other people’s opinions.
Once you realize that you’re free to be whatever you want to be, there’s nothing that will hold you back. You have a mind of your own, and you are free to make those decisions for yourself. Those petty judgments from insignificant people don’t hurt you anymore.
8. “Birds sing after a storm. Why shouldn’t people feel as free to delight in whatever remains to them.” -Rose Kennedy
Mankind has always been selfish. Whether it was to utilize the fruits of nature or destroy the habitat for its own selfish reasons, mankind has always been selfish. Instead of enjoying the beauty of nature, we are busy chasing after meaningless commodities.
And as nature shows us, its wild side tends to find ways to escape from its rage. We forget to appreciate the calm before the storm and after the storm. Also, we must learn from the birds as they embrace the calm as well as the storm because no matter what, every cloud has a silver lining.
9. “No bird in a cage has ever come to know what the mountain winds feel like by starting at the free-flying birds, wishing that they would fall from the sky.” -C Joybell CC
Suppose a bird who has been imprisoned throughout its life will definitely think that flying must be an illness. Their minds are filled with jealousy, and all they can think of is a moment when their feathers would fall out from the free birds. They wish for them to experience the same pain as they go through each moment of their life.
If only they could realize that the ones who are flying in that endless sky had endured the same pain. The fire inside of them kept burning as they moved towards the path of freedom. They are flying as free as they want. And they are aware of the fact that nothing could ever fall into the comparison of their freedom. They are not attached by any strings. But they are carefree. The fire inside of them cannot be extinguished.
10. “Free as a bird to settle where I will.” -William Wordsworth
As the bird spreads its wings and soars through the sky, it is unaware of its destination. As for the bird, the journey is much more important than the destination. In a few instances, we all have wondered like a bird. We continue the journey in the hope that our path will find a definite destination.
11. “Everyone wants to be as free as a bird, but none is so freely.” -Jan Jansen
We are born with the choice of our freedom. At the same time, some get attached to the strings of duty and responsibility while others cut those strings apart to free themselves. The taste of freedom is so divine, so pure that the ones who have tested it can’t be kept inside the contained anymore. They are now free birds who fly above the sky.
12. “Like a bird on a wire, like a drunk in a midnight choir, I have tried in my way to be free.” -Leonard Cohen
The bird who sits on wire struggles to find a way to free itself. While a drunk who has temporarily lost their senses feels to be out of place in a midnight choir. Both of them are struggling as they try to escape and ultimately free themselves from their miserable situation.
To live like a free bird is to live a life of freedom. A life where without worries, without judgments. Petty things don’t bother you anymore as you are living above all of that. It will never be late to claim your freedom. And once you have claimed your freedom, soar through the sky aimlessly, unaware of the destination, while fully enjoying the passing moments of nature.
13. “Birds chirping around you is a beautiful realization that life in incredibly good. Let this sound be a gentle break in your routine.”― Hiral Nagda
Life is lovely. However, because of our unfulfilled yearning, much of the beauty is lost. We have a short lifespan and have too many goals. We frequently desire material goods such as money, gold, and fame without considering if they are within our means or not. Our goal frequently exceeds our capacity, talent, and resources. When we don’t succeed, we blame our circumstances, other people, or the lack of support from others. We experience pain and frustration as a result of this.
14. “The bird is powered by its own life and by its motivation.” – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Before they fly, birds develop their self-confidence. So believe in your capacity and be confident that you will discover a warm stream to fly in. There are thousands of distinct colors among birds. Be intelligent and watch out for disguising your unique qualities. Despite environmental changes, birds continue to survive. Be flexible and adaptable, and have faith in your capacity to always find a branch to land on.
15. “Every bird, every tree, every flower reminds me what a blessing and privilege it is just to be alive.” – Marty Rubin
Different birds have hundreds of different hues. Be bright and make sure you aren’t hiding what makes you one-of-a-kind. Birds depend on one another for support and food. As you negotiate the days, have close friends and family by your side.
16. “I work as often as I want and yet I’m free as a bird.” – Ethel Merman
Just live your life and be free like a bird, learn how to live like a bird. To attain complete freedom and soar through the air like birds Additionally, to see the countless opportunities and possibilities that envelop us at every minute of our lives.
17. “The reason birds can fly and we can’t is simply that they have perfect faith, for to have faith is to have wings.”- J.M. Barrie
Because she places her trust in her own wings rather than the branch, a bird perched on a tree never has to worry about the branch collapsing. Never lose faith in yourself. The most crucial factor in life is self-belief, which enables a person to overcome any obstacles and succeed in life while having a contented and happy existence. Self-confidence is something that you have to work for; once you have it, you can easily accomplish your goals.