Eating is always a decision, nobody forces your hand to pick up food and put it into your mouth.
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The emotionally sound person should be able to take risks, to ask himself what he really would like to do in life, and then to try to do this, even though he has to risk defeat or failure. He should be adventurous (though not necessarily foolhardy); be willing to try almost anything once, just to see how he likes it; and look forward to some breaks in his usual life routines.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of taking risks and being open to new experiences in life.
Albert Ellis highlights that an emotionally healthy individual is one who embraces risks and explores their true desires. This involves stepping out of comfort zones, being adventurous, and experimenting with different experiences, even if it means facing the possibility of failure. The essence of the quote is to encourage a proactive approach to life, leading to personal growth and satisfaction.
Themes
RiskAdventureLifeFailureGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech to encourage students to pursue their dreams despite the fear of failure.
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