Confucius - It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop
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Welcome to The Daily Quote—a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I’m your host, Andrew McGivern, and today is September 22nd.
It’s National Ice Cream Cone Day—a day to celebrate one of life’s simplest yet most delightful treats. You know, there’s something about eating ice cream from a cone that just feels a little more exciting than a cup. Maybe it’s the thrill of trying to finish it before it melts all over your hand or the added crunch at the end of each bite. Either way, the cone has been holding its own since 1904, when it was first popularized at the St. Louis World’s Fair.
And that reminds me back on June 7th we had a quote from Richard Paul Evans who said - "Money can't buy happiness, but it can buy ice cream, which is pretty much the same thing". That quote rings true today too...
But that isn't the Daily Quote for today. Today's quote comes from the ever-wise Confucius, who said:
"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop."
Now, what does this ancient wisdom have to do with something as seemingly light-hearted as an ice cream cone? Well, think about it: whether you’re savoring that ice cream or tackling the journey of life, the key is steady progress.
You don’t rush through an ice cream cone—unless it’s a hot day, or maybe your really hungry or if that is just the way you like to eat ice cream cones... but just like you can go slowly and enjoy your ice cream cone, you shouldn’t rush through your personal growth either.
Confucius reminds us that it’s not about the speed at which we pursue our goals, but the persistence in doing so. Some of the sweetest moments in life, like that final bite of the cone, come from being patient.
So, next time you’re feeling frustrated about how slow things seem to be moving, just imagine life like an ice cream cone. It’s okay to take your time—as long as you don’t let it melt away by giving up. So, today, whether you treat yourself to an actual ice cream cone or just enjoy a metaphorical one, remember to keep going. Keep moving forward, even if it's just a lick at a time.
I don't think I'll be having an ice cream cone today... because I had two yesterday. One delicious chocolate cone and some home made ice cream at home... so looks like I was a day too early. But hey... there is always room for more..
That’s it for today’s episode of The Daily Quote. Thanks for joining me. Remember, slow progress is still progress, and, like ice cream, life’s better when you savor it. I’ll see you tomorrow foir another Daily Quote.