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“the road is difficult. - But come; loss now will be gain then! To wait is harder than to run, and its meed is the fuller.” quote by George MacDonald
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““the road is difficult. - But come; loss now will be gain then! To wait is harder than to run, and its meed is the fuller.””

George MacDonald

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Hardship precedes reward; enduring loss now leads to future gain, and action is easier than waiting.

In simple terms: Suffering leads to growth; act now.

Key Takeaway

Take decisive action despite difficulty.

Themes

adversity reward action

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career setbacks
  • health challenges
  • financial loss

Key Concepts

stoicism future orientation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What loss can you transform?
  • How does waiting compare to acting?
A Different Perspective

May ignore the pain of loss.

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