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What does it mean?
As long as you are alive, there is always an opportunity to change or begin something new.
In plain terms
You can start over anytime you are alive.
What can you take from it?
Never assume your time to act has passed.

Where it applies

  • regret
  • late starting

Putting it to work

  • setting new goals
  • learning skills

Questions to consider

  • What could you start today?
  • Why wait?

Another view

Physical or societal constraints may limit options.

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