O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
In the long run men hit only what they aim at.
Interpretation
What this quote means
You can achieve your goals if you set clear aims.
This quote by Longfellow emphasizes the importance of having defined goals in life. It suggests that success is not a result of chance or random efforts, but rather a consequence of focused intention; people tend to achieve what they specifically aim for, thus highlighting the necessity of setting aspirations to guide one's actions.
Themes
GoalsAimSuccessIntentionAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
Motivational speeches during conferences.
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Perseverance is a great element of success. If you only knock long enough and loud enough at the gate, you are sure to wake up somebody.
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The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, And all the sweet serenity of books.
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