Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.
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All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Opportunities and support arise when one takes action and commits to a goal.
W. H. Murray's quote emphasizes that once a person commits to a course of action, unexpected resources, assistance, and opportunities tend to present themselves. This suggests that the act of beginning is crucial, as it opens pathways and avenues that might not have been apparent before. The underlying message is about the transformative power of commitment and initiative, which can lead to significant outcomes that would otherwise seem unattainable.
Themes
OpportunityActionCommitmentSupportSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing dreams.
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