Make each day count by setting specific goals to succeed, then putting forth every effort to exceed your own expectations.
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Just because Fate doesn't deal you the right cards, it doesn't mean you should give up. It just means you have to play the cards you get to their maximum potential.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Don't give up when faced with challenges; instead, make the best out of your situation.
This quote emphasizes resilience and the importance of making the most of one's circumstances, even when they are less than ideal. Les Brown encourages individuals to adapt to their situations and maximize their potential rather than succumbing to defeat when faced with obstacles.
Themes
FateResilienceAdaptationPotentialMotivationChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, one can encourage others by saying this quote to boost morale.
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