The world will not greet you with open arms, but with a clenched fist.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The world is hostile not welcoming.
- In plain terms
- Expect resistance not welcome.
- What can you take from it?
- Prepare for opposition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you prepare for resistance?
- Is the world hostile or neutral?
Another view
It ignores contexts where support is available.
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