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“A person who is worried about the outcome of his work does not see his goal; he sees only his opposition and the obstacles before him.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“A person who is worried about the outcome of his work does not see his goal; he sees only his opposition and the obstacles before him.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Fixating on obstacles blinds you to the ultimate purpose.

In simple terms: Focus on goals, not hurdles.

Key Takeaway

Maintain goal-oriented focus.

Themes

focus obstacle goal

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • personal challenges
  • team leadership
  • academic research

Key Concepts

psychology motivation resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What goal are you losing sight of?
  • How can you reframe obstacles?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on problems can paralyze action.

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