When life knocks you to your knees, and it will, why, get up! If it knocks you to your knees again, as it will, well, isn't that the best position from which to pray?
Ethel BarrymoreRead
The best time to make friends is before you need them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Building friendships proactively is crucial for support when facing challenges.
This quote emphasizes the importance of cultivating relationships before one is in a situation where they need help or companionship. It suggests that by establishing connections and forming friendships ahead of time, individuals can create a reliable support network that can be invaluable during challenging times.
Themes
FriendshipSupportConnectionsRelationshipsCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the value of community, one could use this quote to encourage networking.
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