Quote by Wilferd A. Peterson

Great men are little men expanded; great lives are ordinary lives intensified.

Great men are little men expanded; great lives are ordinary

Summary

This quote suggests that greatness is not necessarily born out of exceptional circumstances or abilities. Instead, it implies that great individuals and experiences are essentially ordinary entities that have been taken to a higher level. It highlights that extraordinary people are often nothing more than ordinary individuals who have cultivated and expanded their potentials, transforming themselves into something greater. Similarly, great lives are ordinary lives that have been intensified through significant achievements, challenges, or personal growth. This quote ultimately emphasizes the idea that greatness is within the reach of anyone who is willing to strive and expand their own capabilities.

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By Wilferd A. Peterson

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