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Active Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

“If one wants to be active, one must not be afraid of going wrong, one must not be afraid of making mistakes now and then. Many people think that they will become good just by doing no harm -- but that's a lie… That way lies stagnation, mediocrity.” quote by Vincent Van Gogh
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“If one wants to be active, one must not be afraid of going wrong, one must not be afraid of making mistakes now and then. Many people think that they will become good just by doing no harm -- but that's a lie… That way lies stagnation, mediocrity.”

Vincent Van Gogh

About This Quote

Embracing activity requires accepting mistakes; fear of error leads to stagnation and mediocrity.

In simple terms: Accept mistakes to stay active.

Key Takeaway

Don’t fear errors; act.

Themes

growth risk activity learning

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • creative work
  • learning new skills
  • entrepreneurship
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What error are you avoiding?
  • How could embracing mistakes improve your progress?
A Different Perspective

Mistakes can cause setbacks if not managed.

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