Quote by Orison Swett Marden

The world is full of human lobsters; men stranded on the rocks of indecision and procrastination, who, instead of putting forth their own energies, are waiting for some grand billow of good fortune to set them afloat.

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Summary

This quote highlights the existence of individuals who remain stuck in indecisiveness and delay taking action, akin to lobsters stranded on rocks. Rather than taking initiative and proactively utilizing their own abilities, these individuals passively wait for a stroke of luck to change their circumstances. The quote serves as a reminder of the importance of personal agency and self-motivation, emphasizing that waiting for external forces to bring success is ineffective, and individuals must actively work towards their goals.

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Procrastination

By Orison Swett Marden

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