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Attack Quote by Leo Tolstoy

“Attack me, I do this myself, but attack me rather than the path I follow and which I point out to anyone who asks me where I think it lies. If I know the way home and am walking along it drunkenly, is it any less the right way because I am staggering from side to side!” quote by Leo Tolstoy
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““Attack me, I do this myself, but attack me rather than the path I follow and which I point out to anyone who asks me where I think it lies. If I know the way home and am walking along it drunkenly, is it any less the right way because I am staggering from side to side!””

Leo Tolstoy

About This Quote

Source Book: War and Peace, 1869

A leader should be judged by their actions, not by the difficulty of their path; perseverance validates the journey despite stumbling.

In simple terms: Actions matter more than the difficulty of the path

Key Takeaway

Judge actions, not obstacles.

Themes

leadership perseverance integrity

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political leadership
  • personal setbacks
  • team management
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

Stoicism ethical judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you judge others by their struggles or their outcomes?
  • How can you stay true to your path when faced with criticism?
A Different Perspective

Even a flawed path can be correct if pursued honestly.

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