Difficult Quote by William H. Gass
““Excellence is inconveniently difficult.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Tunnel by William H. Gass, 1995
Greatness demands effort that is uncomfortable and challenging.
In simple terms: Excellence is hard work.
Key Takeaway
Embrace difficulty for mastery.
Themes
effort
excellence
challenge
Mood
determined
inspired
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- skill acquisition
- academic research
- creative projects
Key Concepts
philosophy
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes excellence inconvenient for you?
- Are you willing to endure discomfort for mastery?
A Different Perspective
Hard work may not guarantee success.
