Fortune hath somewhat the nature of a woman; if she be too much wooed, she is the farther off.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fortune behaves like a woman; the more you chase her, the further she seems to get.
- In plain terms
- Chasing wealth too hard pushes it away.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid aggressive pursuit of success; let it come naturally.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When has relentless pursuit helped you succeed?
- How do you know when to step back?
Another view
Sometimes assertive effort is necessary to achieve goals.
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