A cripple in the way out-travels a footman or a post out of the way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Moving with purpose is more effective than moving aimlessly.
- In plain terms
- Going somewhere directly beats wandering.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on direction over speed.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you moving with purpose?
- Is speed or direction more important?
Another view
Sometimes wandering leads to discovery.
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