Quote by Haruki Murakami

I get up early in the morning, 4 o'clock, and I sit at my desk and what I do is just dream. After three or four hours, that's enough. In the afternoon, I run.

I get up early in the morning, 4 o'clock, and I sit at my de

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of balancing dreams and action. The speaker emphasizes their routine of waking up early to dedicate uninterrupted time to envisioning their aspirations, allowing their mind to wander. However, they also recognize the need to ground their dreams in reality. After spending a few hours indulging in imaginative thinking, they switch gears and engage in physical activity, symbolizing the transition from dreaming to taking action and working towards turning those dreams into reality. This approach combines creative thinking with diligence and proactive effort.

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