Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
William Arthur WardRead
The price of excellence is discipline. The cost of mediocrity is disappointment.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Achieving excellence requires discipline, while a lack of effort leads to disappointment.
This quote by William Arthur Ward highlights the importance of discipline as a crucial component in the pursuit of excellence. It suggests that while striving for the highest standards demands commitment and hard work, falling into mediocrity results in unmet potential and ultimately leads to feelings of disappointment. The choice lies between the rigorous journey towards excellence or the passive acceptance of mediocrity, which comes at a cost.
Themes
ExcellenceDisciplineMediocritySuccessDisappointment
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal growth and achievement.
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