Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- We regret missed opportunities more than actions taken.
- In plain terms
- You will regret the things you did not do more than the things you did.
- What can you take from it?
- Take risks and chase your dreams before time runs out.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What dream are you delaying?
- What risk should you take?
Another view
Some risks can lead to severe loss.
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