Work on with the intrepidity of a lion but at the same time with the tenderness of a flower.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Combine bold, fearless action with gentle, compassionate care in your work.
- In plain terms
- Work hard and bravely but also be kind and gentle.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance strength with gentleness in your efforts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance strength and kindness?
- Where do you need more gentleness?
Another view
Maintaining both extremes simultaneously can be challenging in practice.
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