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“Men never cling to their dreams with such tenacity as at the moment when they are losing faith in them, and know it, but do not dare yet to confess it to themselves.” quote by William Graham Sumner
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“Men never cling to their dreams with such tenacity as at the moment when they are losing faith in them, and know it, but do not dare yet to confess it to themselves.”

William Graham Sumner

About This Quote

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

People abandon dreams when faith wanes, yet they hesitate to admit this loss to themselves.

In simple terms: Dreams fade with doubt.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and confront lost faith.

Themes

dreams faith self‑deception

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career setbacks
  • personal crises
  • creative blocks

Key Concepts

psychology motivation identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What dreams have you suppressed?
  • How can you honestly assess your belief in them?
A Different Perspective

Denial can prevent recovery.

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