Opportunity - Quotes
They say that in the second before our death, each of us understands the real reason for our existence, and out of that moment, Heaven or Hell is born. Hell is when we look back during that fraction of a second and know that we wasted an opportunity to dignify the miracle of life. Paradise is being able to say at that moment: "I made some mistakes, but I wasn`t a coward. I lived my life and did what I had to do."
Often it is easier to love than to be loved. Our attempts to appear independent deprive others of the opportunity to demonstrate their love.
Always acknowledge a fault frankly. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more.
Although time seems to fly by, it never travels faster than one day at a time. Each day is a new opportunity to live your life to the fullest.
While you were soaking in self-pity over a misfortune, you might miss an opportunity for a redeeming triumph.
The future has many names: For the weak, it means the unattainable. For the fearful, it means the unknown. For the courageous, it means opportunity.
Sometimes opportunity knocks, but most of the time it sneaks up and then quietly steals away.
When a man finds that it is his destiny to suffer, he will have to accept his suffering as his task; his single and unique task. He will have to acknowledge the fact that even in suffering he is unique and alone in the universe. No one can relieve him of his suffering or suffer in his place. His unique opportunity lies in the way in which he bears his burden.
It`s always seemed to me, after all, that Christmas, with its spirit of giving, offers us all a wonderful opportunity each year to reflect upon what we all most sincerely and deeply believe in. I refer, of course, to money.
Traditionally, Mother's Day is about thanking and honoring mothers. But this nontraditional tribute is a fine opportunity to tell my son and my daughter that I love being their mother - I always have and I always will, I am thankful that I was able to have children and be part of the miracle of life.
If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes - then learn how to do it later!