Quote by Desiderius Erasmus

If you keep thinking about what you want to do or what you hope will happen, you don't do it, and it won't happen.

If you keep thinking about what you want to do or what you h

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of taking action rather than endlessly contemplating or daydreaming about our desires and aspirations. It suggests that simply thinking or hoping for something is not enough to make it a reality. Without decisive action, our goals and dreams remain unfulfilled. In other words, idly pondering possibilities prevents us from taking the necessary steps to achieve what we want, essentially leading to inaction and a failure to manifest our desired outcomes.

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By Desiderius Erasmus

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