Conversion Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““Conversion may come under many shapes, and it may be brought about in many ways. With some men it needs a cataclysm, as a stone may be broken to fragments by the fury of a torrent; but with some it comes gradually, as a stone may be worn away by the ceaseless fall of a drop of water.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham, 1944
Change can be sudden and violent or slow and steady, depending on the person and circumstances.
In simple terms: Change varies: sudden or gradual.
Adapt to the pace of change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- social reform
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What forces drive your biggest changes?
- Do you prefer sudden breakthroughs or steady progress?
Gradual change may be ignored as insignificant.