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“But this we know, the obstacle that checked And tripped the body, shot the spirit on Further than target ever showed or shone.” quote by Robert Frost
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“But this we know, the obstacle that checked And tripped the body, shot the spirit on Further than target ever showed or shone.”

Robert Frost

About This Quote

Source Poem: Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening, 1922

The obstacle slows the body but can propel the spirit beyond ordinary limits.

In simple terms: Obstacles can push you further than expected.

Key Takeaway

Embrace challenges as growth catalysts.

Themes

perseverance growth adversity

Mood

determined reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • sports training
  • career setbacks
  • personal crises
  • creative blocks

Key Concepts

Stoicism resilience motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn a setback into a breakthrough?
  • What inner strengths emerge when faced with difficulty?
A Different Perspective

Overcoming obstacles may still cause pain and fatigue.

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