Quote by Samuel Johnson

Few enterprises of great labor or hazard would be undertaken if we had not the power of magnifying the advantages we expect from them.

Few enterprises of great labor or hazard would be undertaken

Summary

This quote suggests that people are more willing to engage in challenging and risky endeavors because they possess the ability to imagine and amplify the potential benefits that they believe will come from those pursuits. The capability to magnify or enlarge the advantages creates a sense of enthusiasm and motivation, encouraging individuals to take on difficult tasks and push through adversity. Without the power to magnify these potential gains, people might be less inclined to embark on ambitious ventures due to the perceived burdens or risks involved.

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By Samuel Johnson

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