Failure Quote by Edmund Burke
“Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on the Revolution in France, 1790
Doing nothing because you think your effort is small is a worse error than a bold action.
In simple terms: Small actions are better than inaction.
Take action, however modest.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community service
- political activism
- environmental stewardship
- personal goals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take today?
- How does inaction affect others?
Fear of failure may paralyze even the willing.