Benjamin FranklinIt's better to swim in the sea below Than to swing in the air and feed the crow, Says jolly Ned Teach of Bristol.
About This Quote
This quote by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a British poet and novelist, seems to encourage the reader to try his best and not be afraid of failure. He says that it is better to swim in the sea below than to swing in the air feeding the crow. Swimming in the sea below is a metaphorical expression that means to do your best and accept your mistakes as part of your learning process. Be open and honest with yourself and others and you will be able to learn from mistakes and improve upon them.
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