Quote by Ronald Reagan

Thomas Jefferson made a comment about the Presidency and age. He said that one should not worry about one's exact chronological age in reference to his ability to perform one's task. And ever since he told me that, I stopped worrying.

Thomas Jefferson made a comment about the Presidency and age

Summary

In this quote, Thomas Jefferson emphasizes the importance of not being overly concerned with one's age in relation to one's ability to fulfill a task. Jefferson suggests that one should not let their chronological age dictate their capabilities or hinder their performance. Reflecting on his own experience, the speaker highlights that this advice from Jefferson has had a significant impact on their mindset, implying that they have embraced a more confident and optimistic outlook by letting go of age-related worries.

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Age Ability Worry

By Ronald Reagan

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