Abandon Quote by Mary Balogh
“Did she ever feel nostalgia for any of her girlhood dreams? But life was made up of a succession of dreams, some few to be realized, most to be set aside as time went on, one or two to persist for a lifetime. It was knowing when to abandon a dream, perhaps, that mattered and distinguished the successful people in life from the sad, embittered persons who never moved on from the first of life's great disappointments. Or from the airy dreamers who never really lived life at all.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Lady's Secret by Mary Balogh, 2005
Success depends on recognizing which dreams to pursue and which to let go, avoiding stagnation and bitterness.
In simple terms: Know when to keep or abandon dreams for growth.
Key Takeaway
Choose realistic goals, release unattainable ones.
Themes
dreams
choice
growth
success
bitterness
Mood
reflective
melancholic
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal relationships
- creative projects
- life transitions
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
goal setting
life phases
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Which dream are you clinging to?
- How can you tell a dream is worth pursuing?
A Different Perspective
Letting go may cause regret if done prematurely.
