Life is too short to be little. Man is never so manly as when he feels deeply, acts boldly, and expresses himself with frankness and with fervour.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Live fully by feeling deeply, acting boldly, and speaking honestly.
- In plain terms
- Be big and brave in life.
- What can you take from it?
- Live boldly and express yourself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you living fully?
- What stops you from acting boldly?
Another view
Caution is sometimes needed for safety.
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