Bhagavatapurana 4.18.5

4.18.5

tān anādṛtya yo 'vidvān arthān ārabhate svayam /
tasya vyabhicaranty arthā ārabdhāś ca punaḥ punaḥ //

5. On the other hand, the objects of the ignorant person who neglects them and of his own accord proceeds in his own way (strives to accomplish his purposes), are often frustrated, though frequently sought after.