Quote by Dick Francis

I guessed life was like that. You gained and you lost, and if you saved anything from the ruins, even if only a shred of self-respect, it was enough to take you through the next bit.

I guessed life was like that. You gained and you lost, and i

Summary

This quote suggests that life is filled with both gains and losses. It implies that despite facing difficulties and setbacks, if one is able to save even a small fragment of their self-respect and resilience, it can be enough to sustain them in moving forward. It highlights the importance of finding strength in the midst of challenges and using it to persevere through the next phase of life.

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Life Endurance Self Respect

By Dick Francis

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