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“The archer who overshoots his mark does no better than he who falls short of it.” quote by Michel de Montaigne
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“The archer who overshoots his mark does no better than he who falls short of it.”

Michel de Montaigne

About This Quote

Source Essay: “Of the Art of Being a Man,” Essays, 1580

Excessive aiming or falling short both miss the target; balanced effort yields true success.

In simple terms: Neither over‑reaching nor under‑aiming is effective.

Key Takeaway

Aim for balance, not extremes.

Themes

balance aim success

Mood

contemplative analytical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • sports
  • project management

Key Concepts

philosophy self‑discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “the mark” represent for you?
  • How can you measure balanced effort?
A Different Perspective

Over‑precision can cause burnout; under‑aiming can lead to mediocrity.

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