Always Quote by Isabella Bird
“An elephant always puts his foot into the hole which another elephant's foot has made so that a frequented track is nothing but a series of pits filled with mud and water.”
About This Quote
Source Travelogue: “The Journey of a Nation” (1885), account of African exploration
Repeated use of established paths leads to degradation, turning once‑clear routes into messy obstacles.
In simple terms: Repeated paths become muddy and difficult.
Key Takeaway
Seek new routes to avoid stagnation.
Themes
exploration
environment
change
adaptation
Mood
curious
cautious
Type
adventurous
reflective
When to use this quote
- Urban planning
- environmental conservation
- personal growth
- innovation
Key Concepts
Ecology
human impact
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you forge a new path?
- How can you mitigate the mess of overused routes?
A Different Perspective
New routes may be riskier and less certain.
