O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
Build today, then strong and sure, With a firm and ample base; And ascending and secure. Shall tomorrow find its place.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on building a solid foundation today to ensure a secure future.
This quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow emphasizes the importance of laying a strong foundation in our present actions. It suggests that by taking deliberate and confident steps today, we create the necessary groundwork that will support our future endeavors and lead us to success and security in tomorrow's pursuits.
Themes
FoundationFutureMotivationBuildSecurity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, you can use this quote to inspire people to take current actions for a better future.
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In the long run men hit only what they aim at.
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