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“And when reality denies you the tools you need for survival you grab them from wherever you can.” quote by Alexander Gordon Smith
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“And when reality denies you the tools you need for survival you grab them from wherever you can.”

Alexander Gordon Smith

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Last Apprentice, 2010, dialogue on survival

When essential resources are missing, resourcefulness drives you to obtain them by any means

In simple terms: Find needed tools wherever possible when survival is at stake

Key Takeaway

Be adaptable and resourceful in crises

Themes

survival resourcefulness determination

Mood

tense determined

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • disaster relief
  • personal crisis
  • entrepreneurial venture
  • emergency response

Key Concepts

adaptation problem solving risk taking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the moral limits of taking what you need?
  • How can you ensure fairness while being resourceful?
A Different Perspective

Ethical concerns arise when taking resources may harm others

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