Quote by Lord (George Gordon) Byron

For in itself a thought, a slumbering thought, is capable of years, and curdles a long life into one hour.

For in itself a thought, a slumbering thought, is capable of

Summary

This quote suggests that the power of a single thought can be immense. Even a dormant or repressed thought can have a lasting impact, as it has the potential to occupy one's mind and shape their experiences. It implies that a thought can distort time, compressing a lifetime into the mere passage of an hour. Thus, the quote highlights how the strength and endurance of a thought can significantly influence an individual's perception of time and their overall life.

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By Lord (George Gordon) Byron

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