Quote by William James

Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task.

Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an unco

Summary

This quote by William James emphasizes the exhausting nature of having unfinished tasks in our lives. It suggests that continually holding onto incomplete tasks can drain us mentally and physically. The constant nagging feeling of having something unfinished weighs on us, increasing stress levels and reducing productivity. The quote highlights the importance of completing tasks promptly, as a sense of accomplishment and relief follows the successful completion of any unfinished task.

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