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“Incremental change is better than ambitious failure. . . .Success feeds on itself.” quote by Tal Ben-Shahar
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“Incremental change is better than ambitious failure. . . .Success feeds on itself.”

Tal Ben-Shahar

About This Quote

Source Book: The Happiness Advantage, Tal Ben-Shahar, 2010

Small, steady improvements are safer than risky big goals; success builds on itself.

In simple terms: Incremental progress beats big failures.

Key Takeaway

Focus on small wins.

Themes

growth resilience success

Mood

motivational practical

Type

self‑improvement psychology

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • business strategy
  • fitness training
  • learning new skills

Key Concepts

incrementalism feedback loops self‑efficacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you break big goals into steps?
  • What habits sustain success?
A Different Perspective

Large ambitions may cause burnout.

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