Whatever course you have chosen for yourself, it will not be a chore but an adventure if you bring to it a sense of the glory of striving.
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Let us not paralyze our capacity for good by brooding of man's capacity for evil.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We should focus on our ability to do good rather than dwell on the negative aspects of humanity.
This quote by David Sarnoff emphasizes the importance of not allowing pessimism about human nature to hinder our potential to perform good deeds. It encourages us to be proactive in fostering positivity and benevolence, instead of letting the darker tendencies of humanity overshadow our ability to contribute positively to the world.
Themes
GoodEvilHumanityPositivityAction
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a community event might use this quote to inspire volunteerism.
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