You must do the thing you think you cannot do. — Eleanor Roosevelt | Printable Wall Art

“You must do the thing you think you cannot do.”

Words by Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) — U.S. First Lady, diplomat, and activist.

About this quote

This quotation encourages us to confront our fears and test our personal limits. Eleanor Roosevelt believed that true strength develops when we face tasks that terrify us. By attempting what feels impossible, we break through self-imposed boundaries, gain confidence, and discover resilience we did not realise we possessed. It is an honest call to brave action over passive self-doubt.

The line appears in Eleanor Roosevelt's 1960 book, You Learn by Living: Eleven Keys for a More Fulfilling Life. She wrote it while reflecting on fear, courage, and overcoming personal obstacles throughout her public and private life.

People often hang this print in a home office or study to inspire courage during difficult projects.

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