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“What's bred in the bone will stick to the flesh.” quote by Aesop
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“What's bred in the bone will stick to the flesh.”

Aesop

About This Quote

Source Fable: The Bone and the Flesh, unknown date

Deeply ingrained habits persist and shape behavior, hard to change.

In simple terms: Habits stick.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and reshape core habits.

Themes

habit behavior change

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • education
  • coaching

Key Concepts

psychology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which habit defines you?
  • What small step could shift it?
A Different Perspective

Changing core habits often meets resistance.

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