Quote by Daisaku Ikeda

You must not for one instant give up the effort to build new lives for yourselves. Creativity means to push open the heavy, groaning doorway to life. This is not an easy struggle. Indeed, it may be the most difficult task in the world, for opening the door to your own life is, in the end, more difficult than opening the doors to the mysteries of the universe.

You must not for one instant give up the effort to build new

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of resilience and perseverance in personal growth and development. It suggests that to create a fulfilling life, one must not be discouraged by challenges and must continuously strive to construct new paths. The quote compares this endeavor to opening a heavy door that leads to a meaningful existence. It acknowledges the difficulties involved in self-discovery and transformation but asserts that this pursuit is ultimately more demanding than unraveling the mysteries of the external world.

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Creativity

By Daisaku Ikeda

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