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Quote by William Blake
No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings.
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The quote means that a person can achieve great heights by relying on their own abilities. Like a bird using its own wings, someone does not need to pretend to be stronger or more capable than they are. Confidence grounded in genuine ability makes ambitious goals possible.
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- The Marriage of Heaven and Hell
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