--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I like to set my dreams high. That way…" description: "\"“I like to set my dreams high. That way, even if I only make it half way there, it's still pretty darned good.”\" — Elizabeth O. Dulemba" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/39d/elizabeth-o-dulemba-235436_dream_i-like-to-set-my-dreams-high-that-way-ev_970476.jpg" --- # I like to set my dreams high. That way, even if I only… ![“I like to set my dreams high. That way, even if I only make it half way there, it's still pretty darned good.” quote by Elizabeth O. Dulemba](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/39d/elizabeth-o-dulemba-235436_dream_i-like-to-set-my-dreams-high-that-way-ev_970476.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/39d/elizabeth-o-dulemba-235436_dream_i-like-to-set-my-dreams-high-that-way-ev_970476.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/39d/elizabeth-o-dulemba-235436_dream_i-like-to-set-my-dreams-high-that-way-ev_970476.jpg) > ““I like to set my dreams high. That way, even if I only make it half way there, it's still pretty darned good.”” Elizabeth O. Dulemba ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Setting high aspirations ensures even partial success feels rewarding. **In simple terms:** Aim high; partial achievements still matter. Key Takeaway Set lofty goals and celebrate progress. Themes ambition dreams motivation achievement self-improvement Mood optimistic determined Type inspirational advice When to use this quote - career advancement - personal projects - creative endeavors - fitness goals - academic pursuits Key Concepts goal setting positive psychology resilience Questions to Reflect On - What high dream will you pursue? - How do you measure partial success? 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