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“Do not lay things too much to heart. No one is ever really beaten unless he is discouraged.” quote by John Lubbock
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“Do not lay things too much to heart. No one is ever really beaten unless he is discouraged.”

John Lubbock

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Resilience, 1903

He advises not to take things too seriously, noting that discouragement is the true defeat.

In simple terms: Stay resilient despite setbacks.

Key Takeaway

Avoid letting discouragement win.

Themes

resilience mental strength encouragement

Mood

determined encouraging

Type

motivational self‑help

When to use this quote

  • sports competition
  • academic exams
  • career setbacks
  • personal loss

Key Concepts

psychology self‑help

Questions to Reflect On

  • What discourages you most?
  • How can you reframe setbacks?
A Different Perspective

Overcoming discouragement can be difficult.

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