Flower Quote by Anonymous
“It is said there are flowers that bloom only once in a hundred years. Why should there not be some that bloom once in a thousand, in ten thousand years? Perhaps we never know about them simply because this "once in a thousand years" has come today.”
About This Quote
Rare events may be overlooked because we expect them to be even rarer, leading us to miss unique opportunities.
In simple terms: Rare things are missed.
Stay open to unexpected possibilities.
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When to use this quote
- scientific research
- investment decisions
- personal goals
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What rare opportunities might you be ignoring?
- How can you adjust expectations to notice them?
Assuming rarity can cause missed chances.