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“I was doing it again, jumping around. But it was so hard to start at the beginning when you knew how it would end.” quote by Sarah Dessen
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““I was doing it again, jumping around. But it was so hard to start at the beginning when you knew how it would end.””

Sarah Dessen

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Truth About Forever, 2009

Starting a difficult task feels overwhelming when you anticipate the outcome.

In simple terms: Hard starts are tough when you know the end.

Key Takeaway

Break tasks into small steps.

Themes

anticipation challenge growth

Mood

anxious hopeful

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • new projects
  • learning
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

psychology motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small step can you take now?
  • How does fear of outcome affect you?
A Different Perspective

Knowing the end can cause paralysis.

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