There are times when the utmost daring is the height of wisdom.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- There are moments when taking a big risk is the wisest choice you can make.
- In plain terms
- Sometimes the best choice is to take a big risk.
- What can you take from it?
- Know when boldness is smarter than caution.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When has boldness paid off?
- How do you choose to dare?
Another view
Daring can also lead to ruin if the context is wrong.
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