Quote by Leo Tolstoy

If there is something great in you, it will not appear on your first call. It will not appear and come to you easily, without any work and effort.

If there is something great in you, it will not appear on yo

Summary

This quote emphasizes that true greatness does not manifest instantaneously or effortlessly. It suggests that achieving greatness requires persistence, dedication, and hard work. The quote serves as a reminder that the path to success is not immediate nor smooth, and that one must put in consistent effort over time to truly unlock and reveal the greatness within oneself.

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