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"Nous surestimons toujours le changement qui se produira dans les deux prochaines années et sous-estimons le changement qui se produira dans les dix prochaines. Ne vous laissez pas bercer dans l'inaction."

Bill Gates

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People often think big changes will happen very quickly, but they don't see that the biggest changes take a long time. Imagine planting a tree. You might hope it will grow tall in just a couple of years, but that's not realistic. Instead, over ten years, it could become huge and provide lots of shade. This idea is also true for personal goals. You might expect to get fit in a few months and feel discouraged if it takes longer. However, consistent exercise and healthy eating will show significant results over many years. Don't let short-term expectations make you give up. Keep working steadily, and you'll likely see great progress over a long period. This advice encourages patience and persistence, reminding us that real, lasting change takes time and effort.

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