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The possible has been tried and failed. Now it's time to try the impossible.
Sun Ra
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote encourages taking bold risks beyond conventional limits.

Sun Ra's quote emphasizes the importance of challenging oneself to pursue the seemingly unattainable after experiencing setbacks with what is considered possible. It advocates for pushing boundaries and exploring new possibilities that might lead to extraordinary achievements, encouraging individuals not to be confined by previous failures.

Themes

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In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be shared during a motivational speech to inspire creativity and innovation.

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