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You can fail at what you don't want, so you might as well take a chance on doing what you love.
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The quote points out that avoiding risk does not guarantee success: you can still fail at something you do not truly want. Since failure is possible either way, it suggests taking a chance on work or goals you genuinely love, where the risk may feel more worthwhile.
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- Maharishi International University, 2014 Commencement Address
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- Official Statement
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