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I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I cant accept not trying
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"I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying"

- Michael Jordan

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This quote by Michael Jordan speaks with the importance of effort and perseverance. He acknowledges that failure is inescapable, but emphasizes that it is not acceptable to not even try. He is recommending that even if the outcome is not successful, the effort and dedication put into the task is what matters. This quote motivates us to take risks and to not be afraid of failure. It is a suggestion that it is better to try and stop working than to not attempt at all. It is a call to action to put in the effort and to not be dissuaded by the possibility of failure. It is a tip that success is not ensured, however that it is worth the effort to try.

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Michael Jordan This quote is written / told by Michael Jordan somewhere between February 17, 1963 and today. He was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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