Quote by William Faulkner

The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.

The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to achieve great tasks, one must start by tackling smaller, manageable steps. Someone trying to move a mountain has to begin by taking away small stones, bit by bit. It emphasizes the importance of patience, perseverance, and taking steady, incremental actions towards achieving a larger goal. This quote serves as a reminder that it's often through consistent and persistent effort that we can overcome seemingly impossible challenges.

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