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“You can be good in the Broad Walk all the time, but not at the Round Pond, and the reason is that you forget, and, when you remember, you are so wet that you may as well be wetter.” quote by J.M. Barrie
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““You can be good in the Broad Walk all the time, but not at the Round Pond, and the reason is that you forget, and, when you remember, you are so wet that you may as well be wetter.””

J.M. Barrie

About This Quote

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

Being consistently good in one area can make you forget other responsibilities, leading to a rushed, less effective effort later.

In simple terms: Neglecting other duties makes you scramble later.

Key Takeaway

Balance focus across tasks.

Themes

balance responsibility focus

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • project management
  • personal routines
  • team collaboration

Key Concepts

time management self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure you don’t overlook other duties?
  • What systems help you track multiple responsibilities?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting one area can cause overall performance to suffer.

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