"After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are m..." — Nelson Mandela
After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb.
What This Quote Means
The path to achievement is paved with consistent effort, not momentary brilliance.
About Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist who spent 27 years in prison before becoming the country''s first Black president.
Nelson Mandela (1918-2013) emerged from 27 years of imprisonment to lead South Africa from apartheid to democracy through reconciliation rather than revenge.
How to Apply This Wisdom
One more step
When you feel like quitting, commit to just one more small effort.
Track progress
Keep a record of your progress to see how far you have come.
Learn from setbacks
Extract a lesson from every failure and apply it going forward.
Reflection Questions
- What goal am I tempted to give up on that deserves more effort?
- How have I grown through persistence in the past?
- What keeps me going when I feel like quitting?
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