Crazy horse Quote by Patti Smith
““I thought of something I learned from reading Crazy Horse: The Strange Man of the Oglalas by Mari Sandoz. Crazy Horse believes that he will be victorious in battle, but if he stops to take spoils from the battlefield, he will be defeated. He tattoos lightning bolts on the ears of his horses so the sight of them will remind him of this as he rides. I tried to apply this lesson to the things at hand, careful not to take spoils that were not rightfully mine.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Crazy Horse: The Strange Man of the Oglalas by Mari Sandoz, 1975
Victory depends on focus; taking extra rewards distracts and can cause defeat.
In simple terms: Stay focused, avoid claiming unearned gains.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize the mission over extra gains.
Themes
focus
integrity
discipline
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- business negotiations
- personal goal setting
- team projects
Key Concepts
Native American strategy
psychology of success
Questions to Reflect On
- What temptations distract you from your core goal?
- How can you remind yourself to stay disciplined?
A Different Perspective
Success can be undermined by greed or overreaching.
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