I can remember walking as a child. It was not customary to say you were fatigued. It was customary to complete the goal of the expedition.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Children were expected to finish tasks rather than complain about tiredness.
- In plain terms
- Kids should finish goals even when tired.
- What can you take from it?
- Persistence is valued over complaining.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance rest and duty?
- What did you learn about fatigue growing up?
Another view
It dismisses legitimate needs for rest.
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