Quote by Thomas Jefferson

I steer my bark with hope in the head, leaving fear astern. My hopes indeed sometimes fail, but not oftener than the forebodings of the gloomy.

I steer my bark with hope in the head, leaving fear astern.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker chooses to navigate through life with hope leading the way, while leaving fear and negativity behind. They acknowledge that their hopes may not always be fulfilled, but they do not let that deter them. Instead, they assert that their hopes are more reliable than the negative expectations of pessimists. The quote highlights the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and not allowing fear to hinder progress and aspirations.

By Thomas Jefferson

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