Quote by Chinese Proverb

To climb a tree to catch a fish is talking much and doing nothing.

To climb a tree to catch a fish is talking much and doing no

Summary

This quote suggests that simply talking about doing something is pointless if no action follows. It conveys the idea that words alone are not enough to achieve any meaningful results; instead, one must take action and actively work towards their goals. The imagery of climbing a tree to catch a fish emphasizes the futility of engaging in unnecessary or ineffective actions that ultimately do not yield the desired outcome.

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By Chinese Proverb

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