Desire Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
“We ought not to desire the impossible.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Notebooks, 1500s
Desiring the impossible leads to frustration; focus on realistic goals.
In simple terms: Avoid chasing impossible dreams.
Key Takeaway
Set achievable objectives.
Themes
ambition
realism
goal setting
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal development
- project management
Key Concepts
human limitation
psychology of desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What impossible goals have spurred progress?
- How to balance ambition with realism?
A Different Perspective
Impossible goals can inspire innovation despite being unattainable.
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