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And indeed there will be time To wonder, "Do I dare?" and…

“And indeed there will be time To wonder, "Do I dare?" and, "Do I dare?" Time to turn back and descend the stair, With a bald spot in the middle of my hair.” quote by T. S. Eliot
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“And indeed there will be time To wonder, "Do I dare?" and, "Do I dare?" Time to turn back and descend the stair, With a bald spot in the middle of my hair.”

T. S. Eliot

About This Quote

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

Contemplation of hesitation and self‑doubt before taking bold action.

In simple terms: Fear of daring stops progress.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk, act despite uncertainty.

Themes

indecision identity existence

Mood

anxious introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decision‑making
  • creative projects
  • public performance
  • career change

Key Concepts

existentialism self‑reflection courage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear holds you back?
  • How might you act if you accepted possible failure?
A Different Perspective

Overthinking can paralyze; action may be imperfect.

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