Quote by Bruce Catton

To learn to get along without, to realize that what the world is going to demand of us may be a good deal more important than what we are entitled to demand of it -- this is a hard lesson.

To learn to get along without, to realize that what the worl

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of self-reliance and adaptability in life. It suggests that it is necessary to learn to live without certain things or expectations. It emphasizes that what the world demands from us, such as personal growth, adaptability, and resilience, holds greater significance than what we feel entitled to receive from it. In other words, it emphasizes the value of focusing on personal development and meeting the challenges of the world, rather than solely expecting it to meet our desires and expectations. This lesson may be difficult to grasp, but it ultimately teaches us to prioritize personal growth over entitlement.

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By Bruce Catton

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