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It is easy enough to praise men for the courage of their convictions. I wish I could teach the sad young of this mealy g
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"It is easy enough to praise men for the courage of their convictions. I wish I could teach the sad young of this mealy generation the courage of their confusions"

- John Ciardi

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John Ciardi's quote speaks with the value of having the ability to accept and welcome our own confusion and unpredictability. He is recommending that it is simple to admire those who are confident in their beliefs, however it is much harder to have the nerve to accept our own doubts and questions. He is encouraging the younger generation to be brave enough to explore their own confusions and to not repent of not having all the answers. He is recommending that it is through this expedition that we can discover and grow. By being open to our own confusion, we can acquire a much better understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Ciardi is stressing the importance of being able to accept our own doubts and concerns, and to not hesitate to explore them. He is suggesting that it is through this exploration that we can gain a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

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John Ciardi This quote is written / told by John Ciardi between June 24, 1916 and March 30, 1986. He was a famous Dramatist from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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