Addiction Quote by Horace
“He has half the deed done who has made a beginning.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Odes, Horace, 1st century BC
Starting a task is half the work; momentum follows initial effort.
In simple terms: Begin a task to achieve most of it.
Key Takeaway
Take the first step today.
Themes
motivation
productivity
initiative
Mood
encouraging
pragmatic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- starting a project
- learning a skill
- exercise routine
Key Concepts
classical wisdom
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What small beginning can you make now?
- How will you sustain momentum?
A Different Perspective
Initial enthusiasm can fade without planning.
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![“Neither men, nor gods, nor booksellers' shelves permit ordinary poets to exist. [Lat., Mediocribus esse poetis Non homines, non di, non concessere columnae.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bd4/horace-172_booksellers_neither-men-nor-gods-nor-booksellers-she_23851.jpg)
