Everything is complicated; if that were not so, life and poetry and everything else would be a bore.
Wallace StevensRead
After the final no there comes a yes and on that yes the future of the world hangs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Perseverance can lead to positive outcomes even after facing repeated failures.
This quote highlights the importance of persistence in the face of obstacles, emphasizing that rejection and setbacks are often precursors to success. The potential for a breakthrough lies just beyond persistence, suggesting that a single affirmative response can have a profound impact on the future.
Themes
PerseveranceSuccessFutureRejectionBreakthrough
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech about resilience in pursuing goals.
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