Haste Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“There is no road too long to the man who advances deliberately and without undue haste; there are no honors too distant to the man who prepares himself for them with patience.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "Les Caractères", 1688
Deliberate, patient progress makes any distance or honor attainable; haste undermines achievement.
In simple terms: Patience and deliberate effort achieve distant goals.
Key Takeaway
Advance slowly and purposefully.
Themes
patience
determination
goal setting
progress
Mood
motivational
steady
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- academic study
- long‑term projects
Key Concepts
virtue
self-discipline
perseverance
Questions to Reflect On
- What long‑term goal requires more patience?
- How does deliberate action change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Haste can lead to mistakes despite patience.
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