Friendship Quote by David Leadbeater
““There’s an old Japanese proverb—to wait for luck is the same as waiting for one’s death. We make our own luck, my old friend.” “I””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Luck Principle, 2018
He argues that waiting for luck is futile; we must create our own opportunities.
In simple terms: Luck comes from effort, not waiting.
Key Takeaway
Take proactive steps to shape destiny.
Themes
agency
effort
destiny
Mood
optimistic
empowering
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Job search
- entrepreneurship
- personal goals
Key Concepts
Opportunity creation
self-efficacy
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can you take today?
- How do you define “luck”?
A Different Perspective
Luck can still play a role; external factors matter.
