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When You Keep Learning Instead of Taking Action

by tinybuddha.com

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“Begin, be bold, and venture to be wise.” ~Horace

It’s like in the Matrix where Morpheus tells Neo, “There’s a difference between knowing the path, and walking the path.”

reading gives you the false sense of accomplishment associated with knowing rather knowing by application.

One of the greatest gifts I’ve been given is the reminder that success comes first and foremost from doing—because ultimately the fruit only comes from sowing the seeds, not thinking about them, planning the garden, reading the farmer’s almanac, or talking to other farmers.

The utility of knowledge rests only in its application.

Action is the greatest gift that only you can give to yourself, so get started.

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