Quote by William Ellery Channing

Fix your eyes on perfection and you make almost everything speed towards it.

Fix your eyes on perfection and you make almost everything s

Summary

This quote suggests that if individuals focus their attention and aspirations on achieving perfection, they can significantly accelerate their progress towards that ideal. By maintaining a determined and unwavering vision of perfection, one's thoughts and actions become aligned with that goal, leading to increased motivation and effort. This proactive approach pushes individuals to constantly strive for improvement, effectively propelling them closer to their desired outcome. Ultimately, the quote underscores the significance of goal-setting and the power of a focused and determined mindset in achieving desired outcomes.

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By William Ellery Channing

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