We are slow to believe that which if believed would hurt our feelings.
OvidRead
Change is always powerful. Let your hook be always cast. _x000D_ _x000D_ In the pool where you least expect it, will be a fish.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Change has a significant impact, and one should be prepared for unexpected opportunities.
This quote by Ovid emphasizes the power of change and the importance of being open to new possibilities. It suggests that just like fishing in unforeseen waters can yield surprising catches, embracing change can lead to unexpected rewards and opportunities in life. It encourages a proactive approach to seeking out these potential 'catches' in the form of new experiences or ideas.
Themes
ChangeOpportunityGrowthExpectationFishing
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing change in a workplace.
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A new idea is delicate. It can be killed by a sneer or a yawn; it can be stabbed to death by a quip and worried to death by a frown on the right man's brow.
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Fas est ab hoste doceri._x000D_ One should learn even from one's enemies.
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Be patient and tough; someday this pain will be useful to you.
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The end doesn't justify the means.
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