When you go in search of honey you must expect to be stung by bees.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Seeking rewards involves accepting the risk of pain or difficulty along the way.
- In plain terms
- To find honey, expect to get stung.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept risks and pain when pursuing valuable goals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stings are you willing to take?
- Are you expecting only rewards?
Another view
Some pursuits offer reward without proportional pain.
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