Quote by Mary Catherine Bateson

The past empowers the present, and the sweeping footsteps leading to this present mark the pathways to the future.

The past empowers the present, and the sweeping footsteps le

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of the past, present, and future as interconnected elements. It suggests that the experiences and lessons of the past provide strength and enable progress in the present. The actions and decisions made in the present create the pathways that lead to the future. In this sense, acknowledging and learning from the past is essential in order to build a successful and meaningful future.

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By Mary Catherine Bateson

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