What you'll need most is courage. It is not an easy path that you've set your foot upon.
ChallengeCourageDifficultyMotivationPersonal developmentPersonal growth
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wall says courage is essential because the path you choose is difficult.
- In plain terms
- You need courage for a hard path.
- What can you take from it?
- Prepare mentally for challenges.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What fuels your courage?
- How do you measure progress on a hard path?
Another view
Courage alone may not overcome lack of skill or resources.
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