The man who has sufficient power over himself to wait until his nature has recovered its even balance is the truly wise man, but such beings are seldom met with.
Giacomo CasanovaRead
When a man gets it into his head to do something, and when he exclusively occupies himself in that design, he must succeed, whatever the difficulties. That man will become Grand Vizier or Pope.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Determination and focus can lead to success despite challenges.
This quote emphasizes the power of motivation and concentration in achieving one's goals. Giacomo Casanova suggests that when a person commits wholeheartedly to a purpose, they are bound to succeed, regardless of the obstacles they encounter along the way. It highlights the importance of unwavering dedication and assertiveness in the pursuit of one's ambitions.
Themes
DeterminationSuccessFocusAmbitionChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about achieving goals during a conference.
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From that moment our love became sad, and sadness is a disease which gives the death-blow to affection.
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The mind of a human being is formed only of comparisons made in order to examine analogies, and therefore cannot precede the existence of memory.
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For my future I have no concern, and as a true philosopher, I never would have any, for I know not what it may be: as a Christian, on the other hand, faith must believe without discussion, and the stronger it is, the more it keeps silent.
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I have had friends who have acted kindly towards me, and it has been my good fortune to have it in my power to give them substantial proofs of my gratitude.
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