Adventure Quote by Robert W. Service
“It's easy to fight when everything's right And you're mad with the thrill and the glory; It's easy to cheer when victory's near, And wallow in fields that are gory. It's a different song when everything's wrong, When you're feeling infernally mortal; When it's ten against one, and hope there is none, Buck up, little soldier, and chortle!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Little Soldier" (published 1915)
A paradox that people find excitement in success and despair in defeat, urging resilience despite hopeless odds.
In simple terms: People thrive on triumph and suffer in loss, yet must stay strong.
Key Takeaway
Embrace courage when odds are against you.
Themes
resilience
paradox
war
hope
determination
Mood
defiant
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- combat stress
- personal setbacks
- team competition
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find motivation in failure?
- What fuels your courage when hope fades?
A Different Perspective
The quote romanticizes struggle, which may ignore real trauma.
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