Mankind is made great or little by its own will.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human potential is determined by individual choice and resolve.
- In plain terms
- You decide if you are great or small.
- What can you take from it?
- Your will shapes your destiny and character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What shapes your character?
- Is will enough?
Another view
External factors also influence your potential.
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