Aug 11, 2023

Enid Blyton quotes that are important life lessons

Surabhi Rawat

Enid Blyton

Born on August 11, 1897, Enid Blyton was an English children's author, whose books are widely read across the world. Here we share some of her memorable quotes.

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On love and sacrifice

“Leave something for someone but don't leave someone for something.”― Enid Blyton, Five on a Hike Together

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On learning from challenges

“The best way to treat obstacles is to use them as stepping-stones. Laugh at them, tread on them, and let them lead you to something better.”― Enid Blyton, Mr Galliano's Circus

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On facing your problems

“You're trying to escape from your difficulties, and there never is any escape from difficulties, never. They have to be faced and fought.”― Enid Blyton, Six Cousins At Mistletoe Farm

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On love and hatred

“Hatred is so much easier to win than love - and so much harder to get rid of.”― Enid Blyton, Six Cousins Again

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On doing a job well

“When you’re paid to do a job, it’s better to give a few minutes more to it, than a few minutes less. That’s one of the differences between doing a job honestly and doing it dishonestly!”― Enid Blyton

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On believing in yourself

“You can’t possibly do anything if you think you can’t. But you can do impossible things sometimes if you think you can.”― Enid Blyton, First Term: Book 1

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On taking up opportunities

“Adventures always come to the adventurous, there's no doubt about that!”― Enid Blyton, Five Go to Smuggler's Top

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Check out the Books section on The Times of India's website.

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