None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.
Henry David ThoreauRead
But why should not the New Englander try new adventures - not lay so much stress on his grain, his potato and grass crop, and his orchards - and raise other crops than these? Why concern ourselves so much about our beans for seed, and not be concerned at all about a new generation of men.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Thoreau encourages people to embrace new experiences and focus on personal growth rather than being overly attached to traditional ways of living.
In this quote, Henry David Thoreau expresses a desire for individuals, particularly those in New England, to break away from conventional agricultural practices and explore new opportunities. He emphasizes that while it's important to tend to crops, it is equally vital to nurture and cultivate the human spirit and potential for innovation, suggesting that personal and societal growth should take precedence over mere adherence to tradition.
Themes
ChangeGrowthAdventureInnovationTradition
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational speech about embracing change in life.
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