Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

Every event that a man would master must be mounted on the run, and no man ever caught the reins of a thought except as it galloped past him.

Every event that a man would master must be mounted on the r

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to truly control or shape events in life, one must be agile and responsive. It emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and acting swiftly, as thoughts and circumstances move quickly and are not easily controlled. Proactivity is essential, as trying to grab hold of a thought or take control of a situation after it has passed can be difficult or even impossible. To master events, one must be able to adapt and act promptly in order to keep pace with the rapid flow of life.

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Thought

By Oliver Wendell Holmes

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