Quote by Quentin Crisp

If at first you don't succeed, failure may be your style.

If at first you don't succeed, failure may be your style.

Summary

This quote suggests that if someone continually fails to accomplish something despite multiple attempts, it may indicate that failure is a consistent pattern for that person. It implies that the individualâ€™s approach or method may be inherently prone to failure. Rather than believing that success is elusive, this quote highlights the need for self-reflection and a reassessment of one's strategies or approach. It urges individuals to consider alternative methods or styles of doing things in order to break the cycle of repeated failures.

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By Quentin Crisp

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