Thorns may hurt you, men desert you, sunlight turn to fog; but you're never friendless ever, if you have a dog.
Douglas MallochRead
If you can't be a highway, then just be a trail, If you can't be the sun, be a star; It isn't by size that you win or you fail- Be the best of whatever you are.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace your uniqueness and strive to be the best version of yourself, regardless of your role or size.
This quote encourages individuals to find value in their unique contributions to the world, regardless of their perceived significance or scale. It emphasizes that success is not determined by how grand one's achievements are, but rather by the effort and dedication one puts into being the best at what they do, embracing their own path, however humble it may be.
Themes
MotivationSelf-WorthSuccessIndividualityEffort
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, one might say, 'Remember the wise words: If you can't be a highway, then just be a trail...'
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