It isn't the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it's the pebble in your shoe.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Small annoyances exhaust you more than big challenges.
- In plain terms
- Minor issues wear you down over time.
- What can you take from it?
- Fix small problems early.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What small things drain you?
Another view
Big goals still matter most.
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