You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. Don't let yourself indulge in vain wishes.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- To achieve something difficult, you must take action rather than just wishing for it.
- In plain terms
- Action is needed to achieve goals, not just wishing.
- What can you take from it?
- Take action instead of just wishing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What action have you been delaying?
- What wish needs action?
Another view
Sometimes circumstances prevent action regardless of willingness.
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