There is another ground of hope that must not be omitted. Let men but think over their infinite expenditure of understanding, time, and means on matters and pursuits of far less use and value; whereof, if but a small part were directed to sound and solid studies, there is no difficulty that might not be overcome.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Redirecting wasted effort to valuable studies can overcome great difficulties.
- In plain terms
- Use your time on important studies to solve problems.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus resources on valuable pursuits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you waste most energy?
- What studies would solve your problems?
Another view
Defining value is subjective and hard.
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