Tale of the Tortoise

The Tale of the Tortoise is a classic story illustrating perseverance and steady progress. It typically features a tortoise and a hare who challenge each other to a race; confident in its speed, the hare mocks the slow tortoise. Overconfident, the hare takes a nap during the race, while the tortoise steadily continues, eventually winning. The story teaches that consistent effort and determination often lead to success, emphasizing that patience and persistence can overcome shortcuts or overconfidence. It serves as a reminder that steady, committed work can outperform arrogance and haste.