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“It is often little things that are hardest to stand.” quote by C. S. Lewis
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“It is often little things that are hardest to stand.”

C. S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942

Small, seemingly insignificant details often pose the greatest difficulty, because they are easy to overlook yet can undermine larger goals.

In simple terms: Tiny things can be the hardest to resist.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to details.

Themes

temptation detail resistance discipline

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • relationship conflicts
  • workplace ethics
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology morality habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small habit is sabotaging you?
  • How can you turn minor challenges into strengths?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on minutiae can cause paralysis and distract from bigger objectives.

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