There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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For us, there is only the trying. The rest is not our business.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The focus should be on effort and trying rather than the outcome.
This quote by T. S. Eliot emphasizes the importance of effort and perseverance over the results of our endeavors. It suggests that our responsibility lies in putting forth our best efforts, while the outcomes are beyond our control, reminding us to value the process of trying as a significant part of our journey.
Themes
EffortTryingPerseveranceOutcomeFocus
In practice
Example use cases
Motivating a team during a challenging project.
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