It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.
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But it doesn't take a thousand men to open a door, my lord." "It might to keep it open.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that while it may take many efforts to maintain a status quo, sometimes only a single act is needed to initiate change.
In this quote, Ursula K. Le Guin illustrates the paradox that though one person can often spark change or open possibilities, sustaining that change requires collective effort. It highlights the distinction between the ease of initiating a new idea or venture and the difficulty of keeping it alive amidst resistance or challenges.
Themes
ChangeEffortCollaborationStrugglePossibility
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, to emphasize the importance of collective effort after a successful project launch.
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