I've always maintained that you can't just coast, if you do, you go backwards. It's just a slow way of liquidating... Let's do anything to get some action, you see?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stagnation leads to decline; continuous effort is required to maintain or improve one's position.
- In plain terms
- If you stop trying, you will fall behind.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep moving forward to avoid losing ground.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you last stop moving?
- What happens if you pause?
Another view
Constant action without reflection can lead to burnout or misguided efforts.
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