Quote by G. K. Chesterton

The only way of catching a train I have ever discovered is to miss the train before.

The only way of catching a train I have ever discovered is t

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has found a unique and unconventional approach to catching a train. Instead of attempting to catch the train they initially intended to board, they find success by missing that train and catching the subsequent one instead. Implied in the quote is a sense of trial and error, highlighting the speaker's personal experience in understanding how best to navigate train schedules and timing. Ultimately, it implies that sometimes the most unexpected strategies can yield favorable outcomes.

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By G. K. Chesterton

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