Know Quote by Heinrich Böll
“One ought to go too far, in order to know how far one can go.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lost Honour of Katharina Blum, 1974
Testing limits reveals true capacity; overreaching teaches self‑knowledge.
In simple terms: Go far to discover limits.
Key Takeaway
Stretch beyond comfort to learn limits.
Themes
growth
self‑discovery
courage
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- athletic training
- creative projects
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits have you tested?
- How do you gauge safe overextension?
A Different Perspective
Excessive risk may cause failure.
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