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The tragedy of life doesnt lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach
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"The tragedy of life doesn't lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach"

- Benjamin E. Mays

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This quote by Benjamin E. Mays highlights the importance of having goals in life. Lots of people believe that the supreme disaster in life is not having the ability to achieve their goals. However, Mays argues that the true disaster depends on not having any goals at all. Without objectives, life can feel directionless and purposeless. Objectives offer us something to strive for, to work towards, and to ultimately achieve. They offer us a sense of function and satisfaction. Without them, we might feel lost and unsatisfied. This quote acts as a suggestion to constantly have objectives and to never stop setting new ones, as they are important for a satisfying and significant life.

About the Author

Benjamin E. Mays This quote is written / told by Benjamin E. Mays between August 1, 1894 and 1984. He was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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