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What does it mean?
The future holds more promise than the past, inspiring hope for progress.
In plain terms
The future will be even better than the great past.
What can you take from it?
Believe the future will surpass the past.

Where it applies

  • planning
  • motivation
  • historical study

Putting it to work

  • future planning
  • setting goals
  • historical reflection

Questions to consider

  • Do you see the future as better or worse?
  • What makes the past great to you?

Another view

The future can also bring challenges, not just glory.

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