Quote by Henry David Thoreau

In the long run men only hit what they aim at. Therefore, though they should fail immediately, they had better aim at something high.

In the long run men only hit what they aim at. Therefore, th

Summary

This quote is emphasizing the importance of having a clear and lofty goal in life. It suggests that even if someone fails initially, it is still preferable to have aimed for something great rather than settling for mediocrity. The underlying message is that setting high ambitions allows individuals to maximize their potential and increases the likelihood of eventually achieving their desired outcomes in the long term.

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Goals Motivational Inspirational Aspirations

By Henry David Thoreau

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