Antioch Quote by Robert Breault
“Alexandros of Antioch took a block of marble and chiseled away from it everything that was not his masterpiece, the Venus de Milo. If you will chisel away one fault from your character every day, you may discover - a) that you're actually a statue of Margaret Thatcher. b) that you're still just a block of marble. c) that there are pigeon droppings on your shoes. d) that you, too, are a hidden masterpiece.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Motivational Talk, 2015
By continuously removing flaws, we reveal our true nature, which may be surprising or familiar.
In simple terms: Removing flaws reveals true self.
Key Takeaway
Embrace daily self‑improvement.
Themes
self‑growth
identity
perseverance
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership coaching
- habit formation
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
self‑refinement
Questions to Reflect On
- What flaw will you address today?
- How might your self‑image change?
A Different Perspective
Progress may expose unexpected aspects of yourself, not always positive.
