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“Slow and steady wins the race, then wastes no time grinding salt-caked glass in your open wounds.” quote by R. K. Milholland
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“Slow and steady wins the race, then wastes no time grinding salt-caked glass in your open wounds.”

R. K. Milholland

About This Quote

Source Comic strip: "The New Yorker", 2015

Steady effort wins, but excessive grinding can cause self‑harm.

In simple terms: Steady work can hurt.

Key Takeaway

Balance effort with self‑care.

Themes

productivity balance self‑care

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

personal health

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • creative projects
  • personal health

Key Concepts

burnout perseverance

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you felt over‑exerted?
  • How can you maintain healthy pace?
A Different Perspective

Pushing too hard may lead to burnout.

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