Ability Quote by G. M. Trevelyan
“Never tell a young person that anything cannot be done. God may have been waiting centuries for someone ignorant enough of the impossible to do that very thing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown motivational talk, date unknown
Encourages belief that the impossible can be achieved by those deemed naive or inexperienced.
In simple terms: Even the impossible may be done by the unlikely.
Key Takeaway
Believe in unlikely potential.
Themes
inspiration
possibility
confidence
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- entrepreneurship
- scientific research
- social activism
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
optimism
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you empower by challenging limits?
- What safeguards prevent overconfidence?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical constraints and risk reckless optimism.
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