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“Sometimes to get what you want the most, you have to do what you want the least.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“Sometimes to get what you want the most, you have to do what you want the least.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Tenth Circle by Jodi Picoult, 2006

Achieving a deep desire often requires doing the tasks you dislike the most, because those tasks are the obstacles to your goal.

In simple terms: To get what you want, do the things you dislike.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the unpleasant tasks to reach your goal.

Themes

discipline motivation self‑control

Mood

determined reflective

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • personal health
  • relationship building
  • skill acquisition

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance delayed gratification

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unpleasant task is blocking your biggest goal?
  • How can you reframe dislike into purpose?
A Different Perspective

The unpleasant tasks may be overwhelming or cause burnout if not balanced.

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