Going Quote by Anonymous
“If you're going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don't even start.”
About This Quote
Source Song: "If You're Going To Try" by The Velvet Underground, 1969
Commit fully to a goal or don't begin at all, as half‑measures waste energy.
In simple terms: All‑in or nothing.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully or quit.
Themes
commitment
effort
risk
determination
Mood
determined
serious
Type
motivational
advice
When to use this quote
- starting a project
- training for a marathon
- starting a business
- relationship commitment
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
decision theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does going all the way mean to you?
- How can you assess if a goal is worth full commitment?
A Different Perspective
Partial effort often leads to unfinished work and regret.
