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Every day Quote by Ernest Hemingway

“But, he thought, I keep them with precision. Only I have no luck anymore. But who knows? Maybe today. Every day is a new day. It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes you are ready.” quote by Ernest Hemingway
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““But, he thought, I keep them with precision. Only I have no luck anymore. But who knows? Maybe today. Every day is a new day. It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes you are ready.””

Ernest Hemingway

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Sun Also Rises, Ernest Hemingway, 1926

The speaker prefers meticulous preparation over relying on chance, believing that readiness turns luck into opportunity.

In simple terms: Be prepared, not just lucky.

Key Takeaway

Focus on precision, then luck will follow.

Themes

preparation luck readiness control mindset

Mood

determined optimistic pragmatic

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • exam study
  • career advancement
  • sports training
  • financial investing

Key Concepts

determinism self‑efficacy probability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you improve your preparation today?
  • When does luck outweigh skill?
A Different Perspective

Exactness may not guarantee success if external factors dominate.

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