Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

Perpetual devotion to what a man calls his business, is only to be sustained by perpetual neglect of many other things.

Perpetual devotion to what a man calls his business, is only

Summary

This quote implies that extreme dedication and focus on one's professional endeavors can only be achieved through sacrifice and neglect of other aspects of life. It suggests that true commitment to one's business or work requires giving up certain personal or social spheres. It highlights the trade-off between an intense dedication to one's career and the potential neglect of other important areas such as family, hobbies, relationships, or self-care. Ultimately, the quote points out that wholehearted devotion to business demands sacrifices in various other aspects of life.

By Robert Louis Stevenson

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