Quote by William Butler Yeats

Choose your companions from the best Who draws a bucket with the rest soon topples down the hill.

Choose your companions from the best Who draws a bucket with

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with positive and successful individuals. By choosing companions who are the best at what they do, one can learn from their skills and attributes. The quote likens the act of associating with lesser individuals to drawing a bucket from a well with the same crowd, which leads to a loss of balance and a downfall. Thus, the quote encourages the selection of companions who will uplift and inspire, rather than hinder progress and personal growth.

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By William Butler Yeats

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