Advice Quote by Steven Gundry
“I'll never forget a Podcast I did with Dr Joseph Mercola when my bestseller, 'The Plant Paradox' had just come out. He was wild about the book, and apoligized that he had never heard of me before the book. He asked what I had been doing for so many years. I replied that I was merely following the Buddha's advice to 'chop wood and carry water.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Dr Joseph Mercola, 2017
He recalls a memorable podcast where the host, impressed by his bestseller, apologized for not knowing him earlier and asked about his long‑term work, to which he answered with a Buddhist principle of simple, consistent effort.
In simple terms: He shared a podcast moment about his book and a Buddhist saying about steady work.
Key Takeaway
Embrace consistent, humble effort.
Themes
humility
recognition
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
grateful
Type
personal
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- author interviews
- book promotions
- media appearances
Key Concepts
Buddhist practice
personal branding
Questions to Reflect On
- How does steady work shape success?
- What role does humility play in public recognition?
A Different Perspective
The anecdote may overstate the impact of a single comment.
