Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Men do less than they ought, unless they do all that they can.

Men do less than they ought, unless they do all that they ca

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals often fall short of their full potential because they do not put forth their maximum effort. It implies that one's actions should align with their capabilities and abilities in order to truly fulfill their responsibilities and obligations. Merely doing what is required or expected is not sufficient; one must push themselves to go above and beyond in order to achieve their fullest potential and make a meaningful impact.

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