“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit”
— Will Durant
Copied to clipboard
Simplified Meaning:
When we do something over and over, it becomes a part of who we are. For example, if someone practices playing the piano every day, they will become very good at it over time. It's not about playing well just once; it's about working hard and being consistent. Imagine an athlete training daily for a race. Winning doesn’t happen by chance; it happens because the athlete trains regularly. In the same way, if we want to be excellent at anything, whether it's being kind, learning new skills, or doing our job well, we need to make a habit of doing it all the time. So, becoming great at something means making it a part of our everyday routine.
Related tags
Aristotle Character Consistency Dedication Discipline Excellence Habit Philosophy Self-improvement Success
FEATURED QUOTES
