Quote by Thomas Huxley

My business is to teach my aspirations to confirm themselves to fact, not to try and make facts harmonize with my aspirations.

My business is to teach my aspirations to confirm themselves

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of aligning one's aspirations with reality, rather than attempting to manipulate the truth to fit personal desires. The speaker believes that their primary responsibility is to adapt their goals and ambitions according to the facts they encounter, rather than ignoring or distorting reality to match their own aspirations. It reflects a rational and grounded approach to personal development and decision-making, acknowledging the need to work within the constraints and possibilities presented by the world around us.

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By Thomas Huxley

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