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Change: 'Leave room for other possibilities in your life. When we have made up our minds about something or someone, we often never revisit the circumstances that led us to our conclusions. People change and so do situations, as most situations are comprised of people's lives. When we leave no room in our lives for other possibilities we are sometimes left behind, for we stand still while the world is transformed around us.'

Bryant McGill#124

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Stay open to change. Rigidly fixing your views leads to stagnation while the world moves forward.
In plain terms
Keep your mind open to new possibilities because people and situations change.
What can you take from it?
Avoid rigid thinking to stay aligned with a changing world.

Where it applies

  • career decisions
  • relationships
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • review assumptions
  • seek feedback
  • stay curious

Questions to consider

  • How often do you revisit your conclusions?
  • What happens if you stand still?

Another view

Sometimes commitment requires closing doors to make progress.

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