None of us ever do," said Mrs. Allan with a sigh. "But…
““None of us ever do," said Mrs. Allan with a sigh. "But then, Anne, you know what Lowell says, 'Not failure but low aim is crime.' We must have ideals and try to live up to them, even if we never quite succeed. Life would be a sorry business without them. With them it's grand and great. Hold fast to your ideals, Anne.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Idealism drives purpose; without ideals life feels empty, yet striving is valuable even if imperfect
In simple terms: Ideals give life meaning; aim high despite possible failure
Key Takeaway
Hold fast to ideals, even if not fully achieved
Themes
growth
purpose
optimism
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- education
- community activism
Key Concepts
idealism
goal‑setting
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What ideals guide your actions?
- How do you balance ambition with realistic expectations?
A Different Perspective
Idealism can lead to disappointment if unrealistic