Ambitious Quote by Vita Sackville-West
“Is it better to be extremely ambitious, or rather modest? Probably the latter is safer; but I hate safety, and would rather fail gloriously than dingily succeed.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Edwardians, 1921
She debates ambition versus modesty, preferring bold failure over safe success.
In simple terms: Choosing daring failure over safe, modest outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Embrace risk for greater fulfillment.
Themes
ambition
modesty
risk
failure
Mood
reflective
defiant
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- creative projects
- entrepreneurial ventures
- personal growth
Key Concepts
personal philosophy
psychology of success
cultural expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “glorious failure” look like?
- How to balance safety and ambition?
A Different Perspective
Safety can lead to stagnation.
