Quote by Anna Howard Shaw

The idealists dream and the dream is told, and the practical men listen and ponder and bring back the truth and apply it to human life, and progress and growth and higher human ideals come into being and so the world moves ever on.

The idealists dream and the dream is told, and the practical

Summary

This quote emphasizes the dynamic relationship between dreamers and pragmatists in driving progress and growth in society. The idealists conceive visionary dreams and share them, while the practical individuals attentively listen, contemplate, and implement the truth derived from those dreams in real life. As a result of this collaboration, higher human ideals are realized, leading to the continuous advancement and evolution of the world. It underscores the significance of finding a balance between imagination and practicality, recognizing their complimentary roles in the pursuit of a better future.

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Men Life Truth Dreams Progress Growth

By Anna Howard Shaw

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