Ambition Quote by Walter Raleigh
“Covetous ambition, thinking all too little which presently it hath, supposeth itself to stand in need of that which it hath not.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: to Sir Walter Raleigh, 1595
He critiques ambition that constantly seeks more, never satisfied with what it already possesses.
In simple terms: Ambition never feels content.
Cultivate gratitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal goals
- consumerism
- relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your endless wants?
- Can desire be balanced with satisfaction?
Ambition can drive progress; total suppression may hinder growth.