Quote by Vera Nazarian

The master of the garden is the one who waters it, trims the branches, plants the seeds, and pulls the weeds. If you merely stroll through the garden, you are but an acolyte.

The master of the garden is the one who waters it, trims the

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of active involvement and effort in achieving mastery. By comparing the garden to life, it suggests that being a master requires more than just observing or passively going through experiences. A master takes responsibility for nurturing and maintaining growth through determination, hard work, and attention to detail. It implies that being a mere observer or bystander will limit one's understanding and abilities, while active participation and dedication lead to true mastery.

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Experience Responsibility Learning Knowledge Effort Gardening Learn Master Garden Caring Acolyte Gardener Guardian Planting

By Vera Nazarian

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