The method of instruction in Scouting is that of creating in the boy the desire to learn for himself.
Robert Baden-PowellRead
Look wide, beyond your immediate surroundings and limits, and you see things in their right proportion. Look above the level of things around you and see a higher aim and possibility to your work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Broaden your perspective to see the bigger picture in life and work.
In this quote, Robert Baden-Powell emphasizes the importance of viewing life and situations from a broader perspective. By looking beyond our immediate surroundings and limitations, we can gain a clearer understanding of our purpose and the possibilities that lie ahead. This approach not only helps in recognizing the potential for growth and improvement in our work but also fosters a sense of higher aims that guide us towards meaningful objectives.
Themes
PerspectivePossibilityGrowthAimVision
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage team members to think outside the box.
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