Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it did alright by me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Curiosity can be risky, but it has benefited the speaker personally.
- In plain terms
- Even though curiosity is risky, it has worked out well for me.
- What can you take from it?
- The benefits of curiosity often outweigh the risks.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did curiosity help you most?
- What risk is worth taking for knowledge?
Another view
Not all risks lead to positive outcomes.
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