Unless you have prepared yourself to profit by your chance, the opportunity will only make you ridiculous. A great occasion is valuable to you just in proportion as you have educated yourself to make use of it.

Summary

This quote implies that simply stumbling upon an opportunity or stroke of luck is not enough to benefit from it. Instead, one must have consciously prepared themselves to take advantage of such chances. Without prior knowledge or skill, any opportunity will only lead to embarrassment rather than success. The value of a significant occasion lies in the individual's ability to effectively utilize it, which can only be achieved through proper education and preparation.

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