Attainment Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“The goal ever recedes from us. The greater the progress the greater the recognition of our unworthiness. Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment. Full effort is full victory.”
About This Quote
Source Speech, 1930, Indian independence movement
Progress reveals deeper self‑doubt; true fulfillment comes from effort, not achievement, and wholehearted effort equals victory.
In simple terms: Effort, not success, defines victory.
Key Takeaway
Focus on effort, not outcome.
Themes
self‑worth
effort
humility
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- team projects
- academic research
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure personal success?
- What role does humility play in achievement?
A Different Perspective
Recognition can inflate ego.
