Disgusting Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“Every man is proud of what he does well; and no man is proud of what he does not do well. With the former, his heart is in his work; and he will do twice as much of it with less fatigue. The latter performs a little imperfectly, looks at it in disgust, turns from it, and imagines himself exceedingly tired. The little he has done, comes to nothing, for want of finishing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Abraham Lincoln, 19th century
People take pride in tasks they excel at, leading to greater effort and less fatigue, while neglecting weaker tasks causes disengagement and wasted potential.
In simple terms: Pride in strengths boosts effort; neglecting weaknesses wastes time.
Key Takeaway
Focus on strengths, address weaknesses.
Themes
pride
effort
productivity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal projects
- skill development
- team management
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve weak tasks without losing motivation?
- What strategies keep you engaged in less enjoyable work?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting weak areas can create gaps that undermine overall success.
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