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What does it mean?
Past opportunities for change exist, and moments that seemed good initially may not have lasted.
In plain terms
You had a chance to change things in the beginning.
What can you take from it?
Seize opportunities early while they are viable.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • career
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • setting goals
  • taking action
  • communication

Questions to consider

  • What opportunities have you missed?
  • When should you have acted?

Another view

Timing is not always within our control.

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