Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Today is not yesterday: we ourselves change; how can our works and thoughts, if they are always to be the fittest, continue always the same? Change, indeed is painful; yet ever needful; and if memory have its force and worth, so also has hope.

Today is not yesterday: we ourselves change; how can our wor

Summary

This quote emphasizes the inevitability of change in our lives. It suggests that as individuals, we are constantly evolving and growing, which necessitates a corresponding evolution in our actions and ideas. It acknowledges that change can be difficult and uncomfortable, but it is also necessary for progress and development. Additionally, the quote highlights the importance of both remembering the past (through memory) and embracing the future (through hope) as sources of inspiration and motivation for ongoing transformation.

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