Quote by James Graham

He either fears his fate too much, Or his deserts are small, That dares not put it to the touch, To gain or lose it all.

He either fears his fate too much, Or his deserts are small,

Summary

This quote by James Graham, 5th Earl of Montrose, implies that one may fear their destiny or lack confidence in their abilities if they are unwilling to take risks. The quote suggests that those who hesitate to pursue something or take a chance, either to succeed or fail, may have either a fear of failure or may doubt their own worthiness. It conveys the message that in order to achieve greatness or experience true fulfillment, one must be willing to embrace uncertainty and have the courage to embrace the potential for both success and failure.

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By James Graham

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