This quote is a beautiful metaphor for the journey of growth and development a human being undergoes from infancy to adulthood. An infant, being innocent, pure, and untouched by the world’s harsh realities, is compared to an angel – a symbol of purity and innocence. The “wings” here represent the baby’s innocence and naivety. As the baby grows, learns, and starts to walk, represented by the “legs increase,” he/she begins to lose some of that innocence, represented by the “wings decrease.”

This process is not necessarily negative. It’s a natural progression of life. As we grow and experience the world, we lose some of our innocence but gain wisdom, strength, and resilience in return. In essence, we are trading our angelic wings for sturdy legs that can stand firm against life’s challenges.

In today’s world, this quote could be applied to the concept of personal development. Each of us starts life as a “baby” in any new undertaking, whether it’s a new job, a new skill, or a new relationship. We begin with innocence and naivety, not fully understanding the complexities and challenges that lie ahead. But as we grow, learn, and gain experience, we lose that innocence. We make mistakes, face obstacles, and sometimes fall. But in the process, we become stronger, more resilient, and more capable – our “legs” grow.

In the context of personal development, the “wings” could represent our comfort zone, and the “legs” could symbolize our courage to step out of that comfort zone. As we push our boundaries and take on new challenges, we might lose the safety and comfort of the known (the decreasing wings), but we gain the strength and confidence to stand on our own (the increasing legs). The quote, therefore, encourages growth, change, and the courage to step out of our comfort zones.