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Never despair, but if you do, work on in despair.
Edmund Burke
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Perseverance in difficult times is essential, even in despair.

Edmund Burke's quote conveys the importance of resilience in the face of despair. It suggests that while it is natural to feel hopeless at times, one should continue to work and push through those feelings, indicating that action despite adversity can lead to eventual clarity and success.

Themes

DespairPerseveranceResilienceActionStruggle

In practice

Example use cases

This quote is perfect for sharing during a difficult team project to encourage colleagues.

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