Brandon SandersonThe mark of a great man is one who knows when to set aside the important things in order to accomplish the vital ones.
About This Quote
The word “vital” in this quote is key. The great man seems to be doing something important with the vital things he has to deal with. And, yes, there is an element of urgency in these vital tasks. But, there’s also a sense of priority. The most significant things in life are made possible by setting aside the less significant ones.
Source: The Alloy Of Law
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