Bombs Quote by Todd Rundgren
“Wishing won't make it so Hoping won't do it, praying won't do it Religion won't do it, philosophy won't do it The Supreme Court won't do it, the President and the Congress won't do it The UN won't do it, the H-bomb won't do it, the sun and the moon won't do it And God won't do it, and I certainly won't do it That leaves you, you'll have to do it”
About This Quote
Source Song: "A Dream About Me" by Todd Rundgren, 1972
The quote emphasizes personal responsibility, stating that no external force will achieve goals; you must act yourself.
In simple terms: No one else will do it for you.
Key Takeaway
Take action yourself.
Themes
responsibility
agency
self-reliance
Mood
determined
assertive
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal projects
- social change
- environmental activism
- career advancement
Key Concepts
existentialism
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you start doing today?
- Who can you empower to act?
A Different Perspective
Relying on others can lead to inaction and disappointment.
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