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Anyhow, a philosophical turn of thought now was not amiss, else ones patience would have given out almost at the harbour
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"Anyhow, a philosophical turn of thought now was not amiss, else one's patience would have given out almost at the harbour entrance. The term of her probation was eight days"

- Joshua Slocum

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This quote by Joshua Slocum is referring to the perseverance required to embark on a journey. He is suggesting that a person must have a philosophical outlook in order to endure the challenges of a journey. He is likewise recommending that the journey itself is a test of one's persistence and perseverance. The 8 days pointed out in the quote is likely referring to the length of the journey, which is a substantial quantity of time to be far from home. Slocum is recommending that a person should have a philosophical outlook in order to withstand the difficulties of a journey and to make it through the 8 days of the journey. He is stressing the significance of having a favorable attitude and the need to stay patient and determined in order to complete the journey. This quote is a suggestion that journeys can be challenging and require a great deal of patience and perseverance, but that with the ideal mindset, anything is possible.
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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Joshua Slocum between February 20, 1844 and November 14, 1909. He/she was a famous Explorer from Canada. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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