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The world is wide, and I will not waste my life in friction when it could be turned into momentum
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"The world is wide, and I will not waste my life in friction when it could be turned into momentum"

- Frances E. Willard

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This quote by Frances E. Willard speaks with the concept of making the most of life and not letting it be wasted on things that do not matter. The world is wide and loaded with chance, and Willard encourages us to take advantage of it. She recommends that rather of squandering our time and energy on things that do not move us forward, we need to utilize that energy to develop momentum and development. This quote is a suggestion to maximize our lives and to concentrate on the things that will help us reach our objectives. It is a call to action to use our time and energy sensibly and to take advantage of the opportunities that come our way. Willard's words are a suggestion to make the most of our lives and to use our time and energy to produce something meaningful.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Frances E. Willard between September 28, 1839 and February 17, 1898. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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