People ask me about what sacrifices I've made. I always answer: I've made no sacrifices, I've made choices.
Aung San Suu KyiRead
When you decide to follow a certain path, you should follow it to the end and not be diverted from it for personal reasons.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Commitment to a chosen path is essential for success.
This quote emphasizes the importance of staying committed to a chosen path or goal, regardless of the personal distractions or challenges that may arise. Aung San Suu Kyi suggests that unwavering dedication is crucial in order to achieve one's objectives and maintain integrity in one's pursuits.
Themes
CommitmentDedicationPersistenceIntegrityGoal
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage students to focus on their studies.
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