Quote by Harriet Beecher Stowe

Everyone confesses in the abstract that exertion which brings out all the powers of body and mind is the best thing for us all; but practically most people do all they can to get rid of it, and as a general rule nobody does much more than circumstances drive them to do.


Everyone confesses in the abstract that exertion which bring

Summary

This quote suggests that while people may acknowledge the benefits of pushing themselves to their limits physically and mentally, they often strive to avoid such exertion in practice. Despite expressing the belief that exertion is essential, individuals generally only make effort when circumstances necessitate it, lacking the initiative to do more. The quote highlights the discrepancy between the abstract understanding of what is good for us and the actual behavior we exhibit in our daily lives.

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By Harriet Beecher Stowe
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