"There are old heads in the world who cannot help me by their example or advice to live worthily and satisfactorily to myself; but I believe that it is in my power to elevate myself this very hour above the common level of my life"
- Henry David Thoreau
About this Quote
This quote by Henry David Thoreau speaks with the power of self-improvement as well as the value of taking duty for one's very own life. He acknowledges that there are people on the planet that have achieved fantastic things and also can supply assistance, however inevitably it depends on the specific to take the initiative and also make the effort to better themselves. He believes that it is feasible to make a favorable modification in one's life at any moment, and that it is within our power to climb above our existing situations. This quote urges us to take control of our lives and also pursue personal development as well as development. It advises us that we have the power to make a distinction in our lives which we ought to not wait for someone else to do it for us.
"Life is life - whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage"