You can get all A's and still flunk life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Academic success does not guarantee a meaningful or successful life.
- In plain terms
- Getting good grades does not mean you are living well.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not confuse grades with life success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is life?
- What matters most?
Another view
School is one valid path but not the only one for a good life.
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