Hard Quote by Dalai Lama
“In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk on prosperity, 2012
Prosperity requires initial hard work and sacrifice of leisure, laying a foundation for later success.
In simple terms: Hard work precedes prosperity.
Key Takeaway
Invest effort now for future stability.
Themes
work ethic
sacrifice
long‑term planning
Mood
determined
calm
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- education
- health routines
Key Concepts
Economic theory
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What balanced routine can you create to sustain effort?
- How does leisure contribute to long‑term productivity?
A Different Perspective
Excessive sacrifice can lead to burnout.
