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Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2023-12-25): Aristotle, one of the greatest philosophers in history, left behind a treasure trove of wisdom that continues to resonate through the ages. Among his many profound statements, one particular quote stands out for its timeless relevance: "We are what we repeatedly do. In these words, Aristotle encapsulates the essence of human behavior and the path to achieving excellence. This article delves into the layers of this insightful quote, exploring the significance of habits in shaping our character, achieving excellence, and living a purposeful life. [...] The Power of Repetition "We are what we repeatedly do." These words emphasize the profound impact of repetition on our lives. Human beings are creatures of habit, and our daily actions, no matter how small, contribute to the overall fabric of our character. Aristotle encourages us to pay attention to the patterns we establish through repetition, for they are the threads that weave the tapestry of our existence. [...] Aristotle’s timeless quote, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit," continues to inspire individuals to reflect on the nature of their actions and the pursuit of a virtuous life. By recognizing the power of habits in shaping character, Aristotle offers a practical guide to achieving excellence in various facets of life.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2013-06-24): The same goes for the reverse: problems, failure, and other issues become habits, too. You'll develop a talent for the things you repeatedly practice. Choose what they are wisely, or you may achieve excellence in something that doesn't matter to you. UPDATE: This quotation is actually not from Aristotle. Reader John Bargayo points out that it comes from from Will Durant's The Story of Philosophy, which summed up Aristotle's thoughts in a more eloquent manner. [...] "We Are What We Repeatedly Do…" | The Happiness Project via Swissmiss
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2018-04-11): He nailed it with that one sentence. The secret to excellence and high achievement, told to us over 2,300 years ago. And yet, it’s the one thing that at least 95% of people fail to do. Be consistent. At anything. Without consistency, it is impossible to achieve success. The most empowering part of Aristotle’s quote is that excellence can be achieved by anybody, in any chosen field. My life changed when I finally understood what he meant, and put it into practice, which didn’t happen until well into my 30’s. [...] Consistency transforms average into exceptional, and the best part is that it is something that we can all develop.onsistency is the Key to Success "We Are What We Repeatedly Do.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2023-09-18): The quote "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit" is generally attributed to Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher. However, it is worth noting that Aristotle did not say these exact words, but the sentiment aligns closely with his teachings, particularly those found in his work "Nicomachean Ethics." In this seminal text on virtue and moral character, Aristotle explores the concept of eudaimonia, often translated as "flourishing" or "well-being," and how it can be achieved through virtuous living. [...] Michael Faraday’s life stands as a testament to Aristotle’s notion that "we are what we repeatedly do." He was not born into excellence; he cultivated it through habit. His ceaseless efforts, driven by an innate curiosity and honed through years of disciplined work, turned him into one of the most influential scientists in history. Faraday’s journey illustrates that excellence is not an instantaneous accomplishment but the fruit of a lifelong commitment to consistent action and perpetual learning.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2023-05-14): Did Aristotle Say, 'We Are What We Repeatedly Do'? [...] You've likely stumbled upon the quote, ‘We are what we repeatedly do.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2020-10-30): Aristotle claims that "…for all things that have a function or activity, the good and the ‘well’ is thought to reside in the function".2 Aristotle’s claim is essentially that in achieving its function, goal or end, an object achieves its own good. Every object has this type of a true function and so every object has a way of achieving goodness. The telos of a chair, for example, may be to provide a seat and a chair is a good chair when it supports the curvature of the human bottom without collapsing under the strain. Equally, says Aristotle, what makes good sculptors, artists and flautists is the successful and appropriate performance of their functions as sculptors, artists and flautists. [...] In a quote widely attributed to Aristotle, Will Durrant (1885–1981) sums up the Aristotelian view by saying that "…we are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit".6 It is fairly obvious that we cannot become excellent at something overnight. Making progress in any endeavor is always a journey that requires both effort and practice over time. Aristotle holds that the same is true for human beings attempting to develop their virtuous character traits in attempt to live the good life. You may feel yourself coming to an Aristotelian Virtue Ethical view after reading this chapter and therefore be moved to become wittier, more courageous and more generous but you cannot simply acquire these traits by decision; rather, you must live these traits in order to develop them.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2022-08-12): Excellence, for him, is concerned with passions and actions and the character of the agent is to be revealed by the voluntary choices she makes. Human choice aims at the good, or at the perceived good, and the ability to make excellent choices requires accurate knowledge of a particular situation, good reasoning skills, and a well-developed virtuous character. Becoming a virtuous person depends upon one’s habituation and practice of the various virtues. Thus, if you want to become temperate then practice of self-moderation and if you want to become courageous then practice actions that challenge your fears. "Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit" (Nicomachean Ethics, Bk. 2). [...] By acting ethically we express our excellence as rational creatures.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2014-11-14): Posted November 14, 2014 "We are what we repeatedly do. Aristotle believed that many things were needed for optimal moral development, but one of the most important was a role model or exemplar that one can imitate, cultivating morally appropriate habits that become moral virtues over time. For Aristotle, virtues are settled dispositions—states of character—that concern belief, desire, feeling, and action. Virtues are habitual and excellent ways of being and acting in the world. [...] In order to apply this model, we must first identify an area of life where we’d like to see some moral development occur, and then we must take intentional and concrete steps to cultivate that character trait. For example, if I think I lack generosity, then I should plan for and carry out a series of generous actions, perhaps even committing myself to some cause over an extended period of time, giving both of my time and money. If Aristotle is right, as I do this over time generosity will become second nature to me; it will become a habit, and I will become a generous person.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2021-12-28): Philosophy 5 Thoughts to Aristotle's Famous Quote … that he actually didn’t really say [...] Excellence, therefore, is…
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2016-05-19): Of course, Aristotle was talking about greater things than weight control. Or saving money. He was talking about our LIVES. That excellence is achieved not by the "big events" of our lives. Excellence is the result of the steady, disciplined, focused, determination to do the little things consistently. The difference between success and failure is usually the failure to consistently do the little things. But this is a hard sell. It’s even harder to do. But it’s what will make the most difference…in the long term. Excellence is not an act—it’s a habit.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2019-12-30): I thought that Aristotle said this. For years, I ended my newsletters with this marvellous line, attributing it to the Ancient Greek philosopher and scientist. For a time, I even titled my newsletter ‘Habits of Excellence.’ I’ve been championing this quote because I admire both the content, and the poetic cadence, of the words. [...] I was midway through this great essay about Habits of Excellence, exploring the idea of collecting some of my existing content into a…
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2012-05-08): I kind of wanted to end it with this. I always look to something that someone else has said. When I was looking through a list of different quotes, I found one from Aristotle. It was fitting to not only where I’m at in my life, but experiences I’ve had in this organization, but all the people I’ve met: "We are what we repeatedly do. We hear it here five thousand times a week. Just worry about yourself, not others, make it part of your routine. Keep striving to do it better and better. The excellence we all shared as an organization, teammates, friends, everyone else. It’s not just as an act, it’s a habit, it’s how we live our lives, what we try to do day-in and day-out. I hope this habit continues. Thank you. [...] "You are what you do repeatedly," the philosopher said. "So your excellence isn’t an act, it’s a habit." [...] Light ended with a favorite quote from Aristotle: "We are what we repeatedly do.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2018-05-15): Thoughts on the Archaeology of Identity "We are what we repeatedly do. This little gem attributed to Aristotle pops up in training workshops, motivational posters, and even tattoos — but, as it turns out, those words were not written by Aristotle but by the philosopher Will Durant in 1926. It’s too bad for Durant that a well-expressed idea travels farther under a famous name. Where Aristotle had waffled pedantically on the question of whether virtue was attainable, Durant offers hope of attaining it ("Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit"). Where Aristotle narrowly focused on describing virtue, Durant describes a broad model of human identity ("We are what we repeatedly do"). No wonder we forgot the hand-wringing and went with the sound byte. [...] Bourdieu answered the question that arises from Durant’s equation: if people are what they repeatedly do, how does an observer who knows what someone does figure out who they are? In everyday life we make such inferences about other people casually. But a scientist, even a social scientist, has to be more rigorous.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2017-03-01): Aristotle is credited with the following quote, "We are what we repeatedly do. Someone who knows I am a quote person read this to me recently. A side note: when she first read it to me, I thought she said a quote by "Eric Stottle." I had no idea who Mr. Stottle was but was happy to see he provided the world with such a fantastic statement. After she corrected me, I was not surprised the author was Aristotle. He was a wise man indeed. [...] Nutrition and exercise are two of the easiest examples to use when we talk about forming new habits. But what about Aristotle’s words? He said excellence is not an act but a habit. We may do excellent things in individual instances but does that mean we are worthy of being described as excellent? What happens when we are repeatedly excellent? [...] If I asked someone else to describe you to me, what would you hope they say? The kind of person we are does not come about because of a singular act or a handful of acts. Who we are is consistently formed through habits that take time and repeated behaviors. Think about what you want to be known as. Is there one thing you can do every day to practice? Who we are is not an accident. It is not a singular act but a habit formed over time. Habits can be molded and developed. What habit do you want to craft more strongly? Today is as good a day as any to start.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2021-12-13): Rewatching Groundhog Day in 2020 "We are what we repeatedly do. In other words, it is the accumulation of doing and becoming that manifests progress in the long run. We can say that an excellent life is made of excellent decades, of excellent years, and hence excellent days. So what is a day well lived?
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2023-10-30): Habits! They’re those pesky little things that shape so much of our lives, often without us even realizing it. I’ve read somewhere that we are what we repeatedly do. Excellent, then! I just need to start doing excellent things repeatedly, right? Easier said than done, my friends. [...] It was during one of those all-too-rare quiet moments — you know, when the world seems to pause for a breath — that it hit me. I stumbled upon a quote by Aristotle: "We are what we repeatedly do. This quote struck a chord with me. Aristotle was onto something centuries ago, and here I was, just catching up! [...] This quote led me down a rabbit hole of introspection. Aristotle wasn’t suggesting a fleeting moment of greatness; he was talking about the grind — the day-in, day-out habits that compound over time to create something magnificent. And if that’s not a wake-up call, I don’t know what is!
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2013-09-18): The big idea is that people step forward as leaders because of a learned habit. The ancient Greek philosopher, Aristotle, wrote, "Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. The habit in the case of excellent leaders is the willingness to say ‘yes’ when the call for leadership occurs. Seeing leadership as a learned habit has important implications for our efforts to develop future generations of leaders. First, it is vitally important to give children opportunities and encouragement to lead at an early age. This may not be easy, since in some cultures the norm is that children are to remain silent and must learn to follow. This risks breeding a generation of silent followers. In other settings, considerations such as gender, race, and caste determine which children get tapped. But if leadership is a habit learned through repeated exercise, then the strength of society depends on conscious development of leadership traits starting early across a broad segment of children.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2022-07-12): Working in fine dining restaurants, I also became fixated with "perfection," or the version of it that was expected in these kitchens. I timed things down to the second. During service, one restaurant’s front of house staff placed a piece of paper bearing a new daily inspirational quote on the pass. To this day, I still have one featuring a quote from Aristotle, underlined with three Michelin stars and bordered with green tape: "We are what we repeatedly do.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2022-03-19): Aristotle Never Said, "We are what we repeatedly do.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2017-07-02): Take another example: note-taking. By repeatedly taking down notes in every meeting I have, I have refined my technique so it is now a second nature habit. My routine of turning these notes into blogs, emails, calls and other follow-ups ensures action comes out of my habit too.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2020-04-21): "Virtues are formed in man by his doing the actions," Aristotle said. The writer Will Durant interpreted it thusly: "We are what we repeatedly do… therefore excellence is not an act, but a habit." In other words: Excellence isn’t this thing you do one time. It’s a way of living. It’s foundational. It’s like an operating system and the code this system operates on is habit. [...] We’re inviting you to spend six weeks challenging yourself to change what you "repeatedly do." And we are promising that if you can do that, you can achieve arete—personally and professionally.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2014-06-03): You’ve probably read this quote before: "You are what you repeatedly do. Wise words from the sage Aristotle. Except for two problems. [...] The entire "You are what you do" quote that everyone knows comes not from Aristotle but from the great historian Will Durant, in his summarizing of the Aristotle passage. [...] The problem is with the innocent phrase: "You are what you repeatedly do." It reminds me a lot of that famous statement of modern Western philosophy, "Cogito ergo sum." I think, therefore I am.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2023-07-21): We’re all creatures of habit. But what if we leveraged our habitual tendencies to mercifully chase excellence by making it a part of our daily routine to become better leaders, employees, husbands, wives, friends, mothers, sons, and daughters? [...] Don’t be. The fact that we as humans are habitual creatures is actually great news. Achieving excellence does not hinge on one enormous change or grueling effort, but rather on small adjustments, good systems, and the right mindset. [...] Once you can picture it, it’s up to you to just. take. action. I’ve always believed that Aristotle was very intentional when he included the word "do" in his original quote because it signals that excellence involves action. Small, meaningful steps are all it takes to be better.
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2019-06-26): FACT CHECK: Did Aristotle Say, ‘We Are What We Repeatedly Do’? An image shared on Facebook claims that Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher, once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. [...] In Book II of "Nicomachean Ethics," he states: "Excellence, then, being of these two kinds, intellectual and moral, intellectual excellence owes its birth and growth mainly to instruction, and so requires time and experience, while moral excellence is the result of habit or custom."
Claim: Claims that Aristotle once stated, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." (Viral Quote, 2019-06-24)
Evidence (2014-12-08): CEO and co-founder @ Buffer "We are what we repeatedly do.
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2020-03-23): Gates did not write the statement about the “spiritual purpose” of the coronavirus attributed to him in the Facebook post.
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2024-09-29): Bill Gates (born October 28, 1955, Seattle, Washington, U.S.) is an American computer programmer and entrepreneur who cofounded Microsoft Corporation, the world’s largest personal-computer software company.
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2023-03-21): Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says the development of artificial intelligence (AI) is the most important technological advance in decades.
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2019-10-17): The David Rubenstein Show: Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Co-Chair and Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates talks about global warming, carbon emissions, regulating big tech, and why he thinks Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat can help the environment. He appears on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations." The show was recorded on June 24 in Washington. (Source: Bloomberg)
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2024-09-28): - ^ Detrick, Hallie (October 16, 2018). "Bill Gates Mourns His Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen: 'Personal Computing Would Not Have Existed Without Him'". Fortune. Retrieved October 3, 2023.
Claim: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wrote a long statement about the "spiritual purpose" of the new coronavirus (Viral Post, 2020-03-23)
Evidence (2020-05-29): Coronavirus: Bill Gates ‘microchip’ conspiracy theory and other vaccine claims fact-checked [...] It claims that the coronavirus pandemic is a cover for a plan to implant trackable microchips and that the Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is behind it. [...] He didn't mention Mr Gates by name but in the US, Roger Stone, a former adviser to Donald Trump, said Bill Gates and others were using the virus for "microchipping people so we can tell 'whether you've been tested'."