Quote by Colin Firth

One of my grandfathers, actually, having gone out there as a minister, decided he would better serve the people as a doctor. So at a very late age - at the age of 38 in fact - he changed course and decided to become a doctor.

One of my grandfathers, actually, having gone out there as a

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This quote highlights the personal journey of one of the speaker's grandfathers. It showcases his transformation from a minister to a doctor. Despite being at a relatively advanced age of 38, he made a courageous decision to redirect his focus and serve the people in a different way. This quote emphasizes the grandfather's determination to follow his calling and demonstrates the transformative power of making a bold career change later in life.

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