Responding to a question about remarks attributed to him that he did not think were his: "I really didn't say everything I said."
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If you come to a fork in the road, take it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Make a decision when faced with choices, even if it seems unclear.
Yogi Berra's quote, 'If you come to a fork in the road, take it,' implies that when one faces a decision or choice in life, one should make a decision and move forward. Indecision can lead to stagnation, so it's better to take action, even if the path isn't obvious or ideal, as action leads to experiences that can further guide one's journey.
Themes
DecisionChoiceActionPathLife
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational speech about taking career risks.
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