Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The further you progress, the higher the ideal of perfection toward which you strive rises.

The further you progress, the higher the ideal of perfection

Summary

This quote suggests that as one makes progress in life or a particular endeavor, their ideals of perfection become more elevated or ambitious. It implies that success or personal growth leads to a deeper understanding of what is possible and fuels the desire to reach new levels of excellence. With each step forward, one's perspective widens and their definition of perfection expands, motivating them to continue striving for new and higher goals.

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