And enough for me that when my hand touched your shoulder, you leaned on me; and when you felt me slip away, you called my name.
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The world was full of locked doors, and he had to get his hand on every key.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success often requires perseverance and the pursuit of opportunities.
This quote suggests that life presents numerous challenges and obstacles ('locked doors'), and it emphasizes the importance of seeking out the means to overcome these challenges ('every key'). It conveys a message about the necessity of hard work, resourcefulness, and determination in order to achieve one's goals and unlock new opportunities.
Themes
OpportunitySuccessPerseveranceDeterminationGoals
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about chasing dreams.
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