Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
The thing done avails, and not what is said about it. An original sentence, a step forward, is worth more than all the censures.
Summary
Actions speak louder than words. It is not the praise or criticism of an act that truly matters, but rather the act itself and its tangible impact. Taking initiative and making progress hold more value than any amount of judgment or critique. A single moment of originality, a courageous step forward, is far more valuable and impactful than all the negative evaluations that may follow.