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You have to risk going too far to discover just how far you can really go.
T. S. Eliot
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What this quote means

Taking risks is necessary to realize your true potential.

This quote by T. S. Eliot emphasizes the importance of pushing boundaries and taking risks in order to understand one's capabilities. Often, we limit ourselves by not venturing outside of our comfort zones, but true growth and discovery happen when we dare to go beyond our perceived limits.

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RiskPotentialGrowthCourageDiscovery

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can inspire students to take risks in their learning experiences.

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