Quote by John Barrymore

You can only be as good as you dare to be bad.

You can only be as good as you dare to be bad.

Summary

This quote suggests that one's potential for success or greatness is often limited by their fear or aversion to taking risks or stepping out of their comfort zone. To truly excel and achieve one's goals, it is necessary to push beyond societal norms or expectations and explore new, unconventional ways of thinking or doing things. By daring to embrace the possibility of failure or criticism, one opens themselves up to valuable learning experiences and growth opportunities that can ultimately lead to exceptional results.

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