Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

All the thoughts of a turtle are turtle

All the thoughts of a turtle are turtle

Summary

This quote suggests that a turtle's mindset is solely focused on its own nature and characteristics. It implies that turtles do not engage in complex or abstract thinking, but rather have thoughts that align with their instincts and behaviors. Therefore, the quote emphasizes the simplicity and single-mindedness of the turtle's mindset, highlighting its inherent connection to its own essence as a turtle.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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