“I used to want the words “she tried” on my tombstone. Now I want “she did it””
— Katherine Dunham
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Simplified Meaning:
Winning or succeeding means more than just making an effort. When someone says "she tried," it means she put in some effort but didn't necessarily achieve what she aimed for. Saying "she did it" means she actually accomplished her goal. Imagine a student who wants to graduate. At first, she may not have enough confidence and just hopes people see that she tried hard. But as time passes, she gains confidence and manages to graduate. By achieving her goal, she earns more respect and satisfaction. It’s like going from being happy with participating in a race to actually finishing and winning it. In life, aiming to accomplish things rather than just attempting can lead to more fulfillment and respect.
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