I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life's a bitch. You've got to go out and kick ass.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Young women should assertively seize opportunities despite life's difficulties.
- In plain terms
- Go after what you want boldly even if life is hard.
- What can you take from it?
- Take charge of your life boldly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is aggression always necessary?
- How to balance boldness with caution?
Another view
Not all situations allow for aggressive confrontation.
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