A great empire and little minds go ill together.
Edmund BurkeRead
There is a sort of enthusiasm in all projectors, absolutely necessary for their affairs, which makes them proof against the most fatiguing delays, the most mortifying disappointments, the most shocking insults; and, what is severer than all, the presumptuous judgement of the ignorant upon their designs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Enthusiasm helps individuals endure challenges and criticisms while pursuing their goals.
This quote by Edmund Burke emphasizes the essential role of enthusiasm in the pursuit of one's projects. It suggests that true projectors—or creators and innovators—must possess an unwavering passion that shields them from delays, setbacks, and negative judgments from those who may not understand their vision. Such enthusiasm is portrayed as vital for overcoming the various obstacles that inevitably arise when striving for success.
Themes
EnthusiasmMotivationPersistenceSuccessChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about perseverance, a speaker could use this quote to illustrate the importance of maintaining enthusiasm in the face of adversity.
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