Men quote by Howard Thurman

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Commitment means that it is possible for a man to yield the nerve center of his consent to a purpose or cause, a movemen
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"Commitment means that it is possible for a man to yield the nerve center of his consent to a purpose or cause, a movement or an ideal, which may be more important to him than whether he lives or dies"

- Howard Thurman

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This quote by Howard Thurman speaks to the power of dedication. It recommends that when an individual is truly committed to something, they want to put their own life and wellness aside in order to pursue it. This might be a cause, a perfect, or a motion that they think in. It is an effective statement that talks to the strength of conviction and dedication that an individual can have. It suggests that when an individual is truly dedicated to something, they are willing to make sacrifices and take threats in order to attain it. This quote is a suggestion that dedication is a powerful force and can be a driving force in attaining success.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Howard Thurman between November 18, 1900 and April 10, 1981. He/she was a famous Educator from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Men. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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