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You know the expression 'As a crow flies,' don't you?…

“You know the expression 'As a crow flies,' don't you? People use it to mean a straight line. And that's very important. Because the way a capital-c Crow flies is a straight line. It may appear jagged to some, but the Crow flies in a straight line to its goal.” quote by Barry Lyga
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““You know the expression 'As a crow flies,' don't you? People use it to mean a straight line. And that's very important. Because the way a capital-c Crow flies is a straight line. It may appear jagged to some, but the Crow flies in a straight line to its goal.””

Barry Lyga

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A straight‑line path to a goal may look jagged but remains direct and purposeful.

In simple terms: Direct paths may look uneven but stay focused.

Key Takeaway

Follow the straight line to your goal.

Themes

focus goal‑orientation perseverance

Mood

determined reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • project management
  • personal goals
  • navigation

Key Concepts

geometry metaphor determination

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay on course when the path seems irregular?
  • What does “crow flies” mean for your objectives?
A Different Perspective

Straight lines can be deceptive; obstacles may appear despite clear intent.

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