Good character is not formed in a week or a month. It is created little by little, day by day. Protracted and patient effort is needed to develop good character.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Good character forms slowly, through daily, patient effort.
- In plain terms
- Character develops over time with consistent effort.
- What can you take from it?
- Invest in small, daily habits to build character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which daily habits most influence character?
- How long does it typically take to see change?
Another view
Some character traits can be innate.
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