Famous quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

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As long as a man stands in his own way, everything seems to be in his way
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"As long as a man stands in his own way, everything seems to be in his way"

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

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This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson suggests that when a person is not happy to take threats or get out of their comfort zone, they will find that challenges and problems will appear in their course. It suggests that if a person is not happy to take the initiative and make changes in their life, they will find that they are constantly facing obstacles and roadblocks. The quote recommends that if a person wants to take dangers and make changes, they will find that the course ahead of them is much easier and more rewarding. It is a pointer that if we want to accomplish our objectives, we must want to take dangers and make changes in our lives.

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Ralph Waldo Emerson This quote is written / told by Ralph Waldo Emerson between May 25, 1803 and April 27, 1882. He was a famous Philosopher from USA. The author also have 204 other quotes.

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