'Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Begin with your current resources rather than waiting for better conditions.
- In plain terms
- Start now with what you have instead of waiting for more.
- What can you take from it?
- Take action immediately with available means.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What can I do right now?
- What resources do I have?
Another view
Some situations require resources you cannot access yourself.
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