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One of the reasons people stop learning is that they become less and less willing to risk failure - John W. Gardner
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"One of the reasons people stop learning is that they become less and less willing to risk failure"

- John W. Gardner

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This quote by John W. Gardner speaks to the importance of taking risks in order to learn and grow. It suggests that when people become less willing to risk failure, they become less willing to learn. This could be due to a fear of failure, or a lack of motivation to try something new. It could also be due to a lack of confidence in one's own abilities. Whatever the reason, the quote implies that if people are not willing to take risks and face the possibility of failure, they will not be able to learn and grow. This is why it is important to take risks and be willing to fail in order to learn and grow. Taking risks can be difficult, but it is essential for personal growth and development.

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John W. Gardner, Small This quote is written / told by John W. Gardner between October 8, 1912 and February 16, 2002. He was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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