Think naught a trifle, though it small appear; Small sands the mountain, moments make the year, And trifles life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Small things accumulate to create significant outcomes over time.
- In plain terms
- Small actions add up to big results.
- What can you take from it?
- Value small daily actions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What small habits matter most?
- How do small things add up?
Another view
It oversimplifies the role of major events.
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