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Step by step walk the thousand-mile road.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Progress is achieved gradually, one step at a time.
Miyamoto Musashi's quote emphasizes the importance of perseverance and taking consistent action towards achieving long-term goals. It suggests that even the most daunting tasks can be completed if approached with patience and determination, focusing on each small step rather than the overwhelming entirety of the journey.
Themes
ProgressPerseveranceGoalsJourneyDetermination
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal growth.
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