Fain would I climb, yet fear I to fall.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- There is a conflict between ambition to succeed and fear of failure.
- In plain terms
- I want to succeed but I am afraid of failing.
- What can you take from it?
- Ambition and fear often compete within us.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stops you from rising?
- Is failure worth the risk?
Another view
Fear can sometimes protect you from real harm.
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