"知而不行，不是真知；愿而不做，事难成。"
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Understanding something isn’t enough on its own; you need to use that knowledge in your actions. Just wanting to do something isn't enough either; you have to actually take steps and do it. For example, if you know how to play the piano but never practice, you won't improve. Similarly, if you want to get healthier, simply wanting it won't make a difference unless you start exercising and eating right. This means that both knowledge and desire are important, but they need to be followed by actual effort and action. To apply this idea in your life, if you learn a new skill or have a goal, actively work on it every day instead of just thinking about it.
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