Quote by Denis Waitley

You must learn from your past mistakes, but not lean on your past successes.

You must learn from your past mistakes, but not lean on your

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of learning and growing from our mistakes, rather than dwelling on them. It suggests that acknowledging and reflecting on our past mistakes helps us avoid repeating them in the future. However, it also warns against becoming complacent or relying solely on our past successes. It implies that in order to continue to succeed and progress, we must remain open to new ideas and be willing to adapt and evolve, rather than resting on our laurels.

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By Denis Waitley

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