Children Quote by Abraham Polonsky
“Kids win this'n'that every day. Thousands of them. One out of a hundred fights professionally. One out of a thousand's worth watchin', one out of a million's worth coffee and doughnuts.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Young Ones, 1961
The speaker highlights the rarity of success in a competitive field, noting how few achieve professional status despite many participants.
In simple terms: Only a tiny fraction become professionals; most remain amateurs.
Key Takeaway
Understand the odds and plan realistic goals.
Themes
success
competition
career
Mood
inspirational
realistic
Type
motivational
analytical
When to use this quote
- sports
- entertainment
- career counseling
Key Concepts
probability
achievement
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to pursue a low‑probability dream?
- How can you increase your chances of success?
