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“Take care to get what you like or you will be forced to like what you get.”

George Bernard Shaw

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It's important to make an effort to achieve or obtain the things you truly want in life. If you don't put in this effort, you'll end up having to be satisfied with whatever comes your way, which might not be what you truly desire. Think about choosing a job, for example. If you work hard to get a job that you love, you'll be happier and more fulfilled. But if you just settle for any job that's available without trying for something you really want, you might end up unhappy and stuck in a role that doesn't suit you. This advice encourages people to go after their true goals and dreams to avoid feeling regret or dissatisfaction later on.

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