I'd rather be working for a paycheck, than waiting to win the lottery. Besides, maybe this time it's different, I mean, I really think you like me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker prefers honest work over chance and holds onto hope that their romantic interest is genuine.
- In plain terms
- I would rather work for money than wait to get rich and I think you actually like me.
- What can you take from it?
- Reliable effort and genuine connection are better than luck and assumptions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you prefer sure things over big risks?
Another view
The belief that the other person likes the speaker is an assumption without proof.
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