Eternity Quote by James Joyce
““I am not afraid to make a mistake, even a great mistake, a lifelong mistake and perhaps as long as eternity too.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, 1916
Fear of mistakes, even great or eternal ones, is embraced as part of life’s journey.
In simple terms: Accept mistakes, even huge ones.
Key Takeaway
Embrace risk and learning.
Themes
courage
mistakes
existential
Mood
introspective
philosophical
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- creative pursuits
- career changes
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What mistake could you learn from?
- How does fear shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Fear can still paralyze action.
