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Life only demands from you the strength that you possess. Only one feat is possible not to run away
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"Life only demands from you the strength that you possess. Only one feat is possible; not to run away"

- Dag Hammarskjold

About this Quote

This quote by Dag Hammarskjold talks to the concept that life will only ask people what we can. It is a pointer that we ought to not be overwhelmed by the challenges that life throws our way, but rather take them on with the strength and guts that we possess. The quote likewise encourages us to not give up or run away from our issues, but to face them head on. It is a pointer that we are capable of conquering any obstacle that life throws our method, and that we ought to not be afraid to handle the challenge. This quote is a reminder that we need to not be afraid to take dangers and to push ourselves to our limitations, as this is the only method to genuinely grow and establish. It is a suggestion that we must not be afraid to take on the obstacles that life throws our method, which we should not be afraid to take dangers and press ourselves to our limits.

About the Author

Dag Hammarskjold This quote is written / told by Dag Hammarskjold between July 29, 1905 and September 18, 1961. He was a famous Diplomat from Sweden. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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