Quote by Thomas E. Lawrence

All men dream, but unequally. Those that dream at night in the dusty recesses of their minds awake the next day to find that their dreams were just vanity. But those who dream during the day with their eyes wide open are dangerous men; they act out their dreams to make them reality.

All men dream, but unequally. Those that dream at night in t

Summary

This quote suggests that everyone has dreams, but not all dreams hold equal significance. Those who only dream superficially at night awaken to realize that their dreams were meaningless and had no impact on their lives. However, the true danger lies with those who dream boldly and vividly during the day, actively pursuing their dreams with determination and resolve. These individuals have the ability to transform their dreams into reality, making them powerful and potentially influential figures.

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