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“For those who wish to consider [...] that it may be necessary to expend a great deal of time and effort to reach a goal that is not only intangible but also not gratifying in the sense of providing ultimate tranquility, I respectfully submit this book.” quote by Abraham Twerski
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““For those who wish to consider [...] that it may be necessary to expend a great deal of time and effort to reach a goal that is not only intangible but also not gratifying in the sense of providing ultimate tranquility, I respectfully submit this book.””

Abraham Twerski

About This Quote

Source Book: The Spiritual Journey of a Man Who Has Lost His Faith, Abraham Twerski, 1995

Pursuing a distant, non‑tangible goal often demands excessive time and effort without delivering lasting peace.

In simple terms: Chasing vague goals can waste effort and bring no peace.

Key Takeaway

Reevaluate goals for true fulfillment.

Themes

purpose effort spirituality contentment

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal development
  • spiritual practice
  • long‑term projects

Key Concepts

existentialism goal setting spiritual seeking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly brings you tranquility?
  • Is the effort proportional to the reward?
A Different Perspective

The goal may be unattainable or misaligned with deeper values.

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