To act is to rest. — Fernando Pessoa Quote #77

About this quote

What does it mean?: He suggests that taking action brings a sense of completion or rest.
In plain terms: When you do something, you finally feel at rest.
What can you take from it?: Action brings peace and resolution.

Constant action might not always lead to rest or clarity.

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