Myles HickmondTo take a leap, you must hope not to fall.
About This Quote
The above West African proverb means that in order to take a leap, you must hope not to fall. To take that leap, you must have confidence in your ability to succeed. But the most important thing is not to hope for success. You must have faith in yourself. If you are confident, you will be able to take the leap.
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