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““Rarely do easy and greatness go together.””

About This Quote

Source Book: Your Soul's GPS by Jeff Goins, 2020

Great achievements rarely come from effortless ease; they demand struggle and perseverance.

In simple terms: Greatness needs effort.

Key Takeaway

Embrace challenges.

Themes

effort greatness struggle perseverance

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

career advancement
artistic creation
personal development

Key Concepts

growth mindset resilience

Questions to Reflect On

What challenge are you avoiding?
How can you turn ease into effort?

A Different Perspective

Hard work may not guarantee success.

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