Little things affect little minds.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Petty concerns only matter to those with narrow perspectives.
- In plain terms
- Small things bother small minds.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on big issues, not trivial ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you focus on?
- Is size a measure of value?
Another view
Sometimes small details matter greatly.
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