The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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Inspiration follows aspiration.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Desire and ambition are the seeds of creativity and motivation.
This quote by Rabindranath Tagore suggests that having aspirations can ignite inspiration. When one is driven by a desire to achieve something, it often leads to new ideas and creativity, fueling the passion to turn those aspirations into reality. Thus, inspiration becomes a byproduct of aiming for one's goals and dreams.
Themes
AspirationInspirationMotivationCreativityAmbition
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech to inspire individuals to pursue their dreams.
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