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When an opportunity comes, it holds possibilities. And when you move away from it or don't sense it or grasp it, you're really throwing away your future; you're throwing away your tomorrow.
Robert H. Schuller
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What this quote means

Opportunities are valuable chances that can shape our future, and ignoring them can lead to lost potential.

In this quote, Robert H. Schuller emphasizes the significance of recognizing and seizing opportunities as they arise. He suggests that failing to acknowledge these moments can result in wasted potential and missed chances for growth and success, ultimately affecting one's future and prospects.

Themes

OpportunityFutureGrowthPossibilitiesSeizePotential

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech to inspire young entrepreneurs.

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