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No good work is ever done while the heart is hot and anxious and fretted
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"No good work is ever done while the heart is hot and anxious and fretted"

- Olive Schreiner

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This quote by Olive Schreiner speaks to the significance of having a clear and focused mind when trying to do any good work. When our hearts are hot and nervous, and we are fretting, our minds are clouded and distracted. We are unable to focus on the task at hand and our work will suffer as an outcome. It is essential to take an action back and clear our minds before trying any good work. We need to have the ability to believe plainly and calmly in order to produce our best work. This quote is a pointer to take a minute to unwind and clear our minds prior to attempting any good work. It is only when we are able to focus and think plainly that we can produce our best work.

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South Africa Flag This quote is written / told by Olive Schreiner between March 24, 1855 and December 11, 1920. He/she was a famous Writer from South Africa. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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