“Pay as little attention to discouragement as possible. Plough ahead as a steamer does, rough or smooth - rain or shine. To carry your cargo and make your port is the point.”
What this quote means
This metaphor of the steamer advancing through all weather is a call to constancy. Discouragement is a useless weight; what matters is reaching your goal. It encourages us to stay the course, to weather storms without stopping, because the destination justifies the effort. It is a philosophy of endurance and determination.
How to apply it daily
Think of an important goal. Write down three actions you can take today, regardless of your mood, and do them.
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