Quote by Og Mandino

The weakest living creature, by concentrating his powers on a single object, can accomplish good results while the strongest, by dispersing his effort over many chores, may fail to accomplish anything. Drops of water, by continually falling, hone their passage through the hardest of rocks but the hasty torrent rushes over it with hideous uproar and leaves no trace behind.

The weakest living creature, by concentrating his powers on

Summary

This quote emphasizes the power of focus and persistence. It suggests that even the weakest individual can achieve significant results by concentrating their efforts on a specific objective. In contrast, the strongest individual may fail to accomplish anything if they spread themselves too thin among various tasks. The example of drops of water slowly wearing away rocks illustrates how consistent and patient effort can lead to profound impact, while a hasty and scattered approach leaves no lasting impact. The quote serves as a reminder to harness the power of concentration and perseverance in order to achieve meaningful outcomes.

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Concentration

By Og Mandino

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