Excellence is not an act but a habit. The things you do the most are the things you will do best.
Marva CollinsRead
When someone is taught the joy of learning, it becomes a life-long process that never stops, a process that creates a logical individual. That is the challenge and joy of teaching.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Teaching instills a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
This quote emphasizes that when individuals discover the joy of learning, it transforms their approach to education into a continuous journey rather than a finite task. The speaker, Marva Collins, highlights the transformative power of teaching, suggesting that it not only imparts knowledge but also fosters a logical and inquisitive mindset that endures throughout life.
Themes
LearningEducationTeachingJoyLifelongProcess
In practice
Example use cases
Inspiring students during a school assembly.
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Excellence is not an act, but a habit.
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