Futile Quote by Anonymous
“You will turn over many a futile new leaf till you learn we must all write on scratched-out pages.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, 20th century
The speaker laments repeatedly starting new ventures that end up futile, realizing true work must be done on imperfect foundations.
In simple terms: Repeated attempts on blank pages lead to wasted effort.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfections; work with what you have.
Themes
perseverance
learning
acceptance
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- entrepreneurship
- personal growth
Key Concepts
futility
imperfection
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- What “scratched‑out pages” do you face?
- How can you improve on imperfect work?
A Different Perspective
May discourage trying new things.
