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“Breaks like a ball falling off a pool table.” quote by Leo Durocher
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“Breaks like a ball falling off a pool table.”

Leo Durocher

About This Quote

Source Quote: Interview, 1970s

Unexpected setbacks can happen abruptly, like a ball rolling off a pool table.

In simple terms: Setbacks occur suddenly.

Key Takeaway

Expect the unexpected.

Themes

resilience uncertainty change risk adaptation

Mood

cautious determined

Type

motivational realistic

When to use this quote

  • business failure
  • personal crisis
  • sports injury
  • financial loss

Key Concepts

Chaos theory probability sports psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you react when plans collapse?
  • What can you learn from sudden change?
A Different Perspective

Not all disruptions are negative; they can reveal hidden opportunities.

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