If we did all the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Edison claims that fully using one's capabilities would lead to surprising personal results.
- In plain terms
- If you used all your skills, you would amaze yourself.
- What can you take from it?
- Push yourself to use your full potential.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What can you really do?
- Where are your limits?
Another view
It assumes everyone knows what they are capable of doing.
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