Famous quote by Florence Nightingale

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So never lose an opportunity of urging a practical beginning, however small, for it is wonderful how often in such matte
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"So never lose an opportunity of urging a practical beginning, however small, for it is wonderful how often in such matters the mustard-seed germinates and roots itself"

- Florence Nightingale

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This quote by Florence Nightingale encourages us to act, no matter how little. She is recommending that even the smallest of efforts can have an excellent effect. She utilizes the metaphor of the mustard-seed to illustrate her point. The mustard-seed is small, however when planted, it can turn into a large plant. Likewise, even the smallest of efforts can have a fantastic effect. Nightingale is encouraging us to do something about it, no matter how little, as it can lead to great results. She is recommending that we need to not be dissuaded by the size of our efforts, as they can have an excellent impact. This quote is a pointer that we need to never ever underestimate the power of small actions. We ought to act, no matter how little, as it can lead to great outcomes.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Florence Nightingale between May 12, 1820 and August 13, 1910. She was a famous Activist from United Kingdom. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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