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“The most effective way to transform your life, therefore, is not by quitting your job and moving to an ashram, but, to paraphrase Teddy Roosevelt, by doing what you can, with what you have, where you are.” quote by Susan David
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““The most effective way to transform your life, therefore, is not by quitting your job and moving to an ashram, but, to paraphrase Teddy Roosevelt, by doing what you can, with what you have, where you are.””

Susan David

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Power of Emotional Agility, 2020

Transform life by using current resources, not by escaping.

In simple terms: Improve where you are.

Key Takeaway

Leverage present circumstances.

Themes

resourcefulness adaptation growth

Mood

practical encouraging

Type

self-help inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career change
  • skill development
  • financial planning
  • personal habits

Key Concepts

Emotional agility pragmatism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do now with what you have?
  • When is a fresh start truly needed?
A Different Perspective

Changing environment may be necessary for deeper change.

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