--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Josh takes chances; he's braver than I…" description: "\"“Josh takes chances; he's braver than I am. He always takes that extra step when he nos he shouldn't. He does it anyway and he learns. I think we adult..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a69/cecelia-ahern-535_goals_josh-takes-chances-he-s-braver-than-i-am_938391.jpg" --- # Josh takes chances; he's braver than I am. He always takes… ![“Josh takes chances; he's braver than I am. He always takes that extra step when he nos he shouldn't. He does it anyway and he learns. I think we adults have a lot to learn from that. Perhaps to be not so afraid and oversensible about reaching for goals.” quote by Cecelia Ahern](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a69/cecelia-ahern-535_goals_josh-takes-chances-he-s-braver-than-i-am_938391.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a69/cecelia-ahern-535_goals_josh-takes-chances-he-s-braver-than-i-am_938391.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a69/cecelia-ahern-535_goals_josh-takes-chances-he-s-braver-than-i-am_938391.jpg) > ““Josh takes chances; he's braver than I am. He always takes that extra step when he nos he shouldn't. He does it anyway and he learns. I think we adults have a lot to learn from that. Perhaps to be not so afraid and oversensible about reaching for goals.”” [Cecelia Ahern](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/cecelia-ahern/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Taking risks and acting despite fear leads to learning and growth; adults can learn from children's boldness. **In simple terms:** Boldness and risk teach us. Key Takeaway Embrace risk, learn from mistakes. Themes courage learning growth Mood encouraging optimistic Type motivational inspirational When to use this quote - career advancement - personal projects - creative endeavors Key Concepts psychology risk taking Questions to Reflect On - What fear holds you back? - How can you channel boldness responsibly? 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