Cigar Quote by Curtis LeMay
“Don't like to do anything half-heartedly, even if it is a wicked and self-destructive avocation like smoking cigars”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at a military conference, 1970
Commit to full effort in all actions, avoiding half‑heartedness even in harmful habits.
In simple terms: Give your all, even in bad habits.
Key Takeaway
Pursue tasks wholeheartedly.
Themes
dedication
integrity
self‑discipline
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- health choices
- habit formation
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
military ethos
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to give full effort in negative habits?
- Can you apply this dedication to positive pursuits?
A Different Perspective
Half‑hearted effort can still cause damage if the activity is harmful.
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