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“I try to think of a way to get there without going past it. There are lots of ways, but they all have me walking a little farther. And that's stupid, I decide. What am I, a little kid? I can stand to see something it hurts to want. I can see it and then just keep walking. It happens to lots of…” quote by Catherine Ryan Hyde
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“I try to think of a way to get there without going past it. There are lots of ways, but they all have me walking a little farther. And that's stupid, I decide. What am I, a little kid? I can stand to see something it hurts to want. I can see it and then just keep walking. It happens to lots of people everyday. We all survive.”

Catherine Ryan Hyde

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Story of My Life by Catherine Ryan Hyde, 2015

We often overcomplicate goals, taking unnecessary steps instead of direct paths.

In simple terms: Avoid needless detours.

Key Takeaway

Simplify your route.

Themes

self‑awareness goal‑setting efficiency

Mood

thoughtful determined

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal projects
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

cognitive bias decision making motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What step can you eliminate today?
  • How does over‑thinking hinder progress?
A Different Perspective

Simplification can overlook valuable learning.

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