Able Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr
“Be willing to commit yourself to a course, perhaps a long and hard one, without being able to foresee exactly where you will come out.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1905 Harvard Law Review address, 1905
He urges commitment to uncertain, challenging paths despite unknown outcomes, emphasizing courage in the face of ambiguity.
In simple terms: Commit to tough goals even without knowing the result.
Key Takeaway
Take bold steps despite uncertainty.
Themes
courage
commitment
uncertainty
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- entrepreneurship
- personal growth
Key Concepts
risk
long‑term vision
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take?
- How do you handle unknown outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Uncertainty can lead to failure or regret.
