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“Let us acknowledge it wiser, if not more sagacious to follow out one's day-dream to its natural consummation, although if the vision has been worth the having, it is certain never to be consummated otherwise than by a failure.” quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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“Let us acknowledge it wiser, if not more sagacious to follow out one's day-dream to its natural consummation, although if the vision has been worth the having, it is certain never to be consummated otherwise than by a failure.”

Nathaniel Hawthorne

About This Quote

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

Pursuing a dream is wise, but if the dream is truly valuable, it will only be fulfilled through failure, not by trying to force its success.

In simple terms: Dreams may only be realized through setbacks.

Key Takeaway

Embrace failure as part of achieving meaningful goals.

Themes

wisdom ambition failure realization

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • creative projects
  • personal growth
  • overcoming obstacles

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What failures have shaped your aspirations?
  • Can a dream be fully realized without setbacks?
A Different Perspective

Success without struggle may be hollow.

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