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The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak
only the spirit is willlingthe spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak
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used to suggest that even though a person may have the desire or intention to do something, their physical weakness or limitations may prevent them from actually carrying it out
Proverb
Example
The athlete wanted to practice for hours on end, but recognized that the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak, and that taking breaks and pacing oneself was important to avoid burnout and injury.
