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“My greatest teacher once told me,” said Yasujiro, “that a man who has risked his life knows that careers are worthless, and a man who will not risk his career has a worthless life.” quote by Anonymous
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““My greatest teacher once told me,” said Yasujiro, “that a man who has risked his life knows that careers are worthless, and a man who will not risk his career has a worthless life.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Speech: Motivational Talk, 2018

Risking one's life gives perspective on career value; avoiding career risk leads to a meaningless life.

In simple terms: Life risk gives meaning; avoiding it makes life empty.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk to find purpose.

Themes

risk purpose career philosophy

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • career planning
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology life meaning

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are all risks worth taking?
  • How do you differentiate healthy risk from reckless?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to unnecessary danger or loss.

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