Achieve Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“One of the great tragedies we witness almost daily is the tragedy of men of high aim and low achievement. Their motives are noble. Their proclaimed ambition is praiseworthy. Their capacity to achieve is great. But their discipline is weak. They succumb to indolence. Appetite robs them of will.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, 1995
High aspirations often clash with low discipline, leading to unfulfilled potential despite noble motives.
In simple terms: Great aims need strong discipline to succeed.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate discipline to match ambition.
Themes
ambition
discipline
achievement
human frailty
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
self‑help
spiritual
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal development programs
- coaching sessions
- habit formation
Key Concepts
self‑control
goal setting
motivation theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits strengthen personal discipline?
- How can one overcome laziness?
A Different Perspective
Discipline can be undermined by external pressures.
