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“The only thing more unthinkable than leaving was staying; the only thing more impossible than staying was leaving.” quote by Elizabeth Gilbert
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“The only thing more unthinkable than leaving was staying; the only thing more impossible than staying was leaving.”

Elizabeth Gilbert

About This Quote

Source Book: Eat, Pray, Love, 2006

Staying can feel as impossible as leaving, highlighting paradoxes in commitment.

In simple terms: Both staying and leaving feel equally daunting.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty in decisions.

Themes

commitment paradox personal growth

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career change
  • relationship decisions
  • relocation
  • personal projects

Key Concepts

psychology choice theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What holds you back from moving forward?
  • How can you reframe staying as growth?
A Different Perspective

Choosing either path may involve loss of comfort.

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