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Of course motivation is not permanent. But then, neither is bathing; but it is something you should do on a regular basis.
Zig Ziglar
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Motivation is temporary and needs to be renewed regularly, just like personal hygiene.

This quote by Zig Ziglar highlights the idea that motivation is not a constant state; it requires regular effort and renewal, similar to the routine of bathing. Just as we need to maintain our cleanliness for our well-being, we must also actively seek motivation to inspire ourselves to achieve our goals and maintain our productivity.

Themes

MotivationRenewalEffortRoutineSuccess

In practice

Example use cases

In a team meeting, you might say, 'Remember, as Zig Ziglar said, motivation is like bathing; we need to keep it fresh regularly to stay productive.'

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