Francis Bacon
Philosopher, Statesman
"We rise to great heights by a winding staircase of small steps."
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Small Steps
33 quotes on this topic — from poets, philosophers, and thinkers across history.
Audrey Hepburn
Actress, Humanitarian
"Take care of the small circle around you. When you have succeeded with them, then move outwards, one small step at a time."
George Carlin
Comedian, Actor
"I went through the usual stages: imp, rascal, scalawag, whippersnapper. And, of course, after that it's just a small step to full-blown sociopath."
Indira Gandhi
Politician
"Have a bias toward action - let's see something happen now. You can break that big plan into small steps and take the first step right away."
Paulo Coelho
Writer
"When in doubt, just take the next small step"
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"God is calling you to change the world one life at a time and one small step at a time. Begin today where you are."
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"Getting from point A to point Z can be daunting unless you remember that you don’t have to get from A to Z. You just have to get from A to B. Breaking big dreams into small steps is the way to move forward."
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"If we take a small step in extolling peacemakers as much as honoring war heroes, we will be making a giant leap towards peace."
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"Remember that small steps can create giant leaps over time, so never think of any financial or spending matter as a small one."
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"Never start with tomorrow to reach eternity. Eternity is not being reached by small steps."
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