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“You go on. You set one foot in front of the other, and if a thin voice cries out, somewhere behind you, you pretend not to hear, and keep going.” quote by Geraldine Brooks
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“You go on. You set one foot in front of the other, and if a thin voice cries out, somewhere behind you, you pretend not to hear, and keep going.”

Geraldine Brooks

About This Quote

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

Perseverance despite inner doubts, ignoring discouraging whispers to keep moving forward.

In simple terms: Keep moving despite doubts.

Key Takeaway

Ignore doubts, keep going.

Themes

determination resilience inner voice

Mood

steady resolute

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal challenges
  • career setbacks
  • physical recovery
  • mental health journeys

Key Concepts

psychology motivation self‑discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner voice holds you back?
  • How can you transform doubt into fuel?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism can undermine progress if not managed.

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