“You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.”— Wayne Gretzky
What it means
Avoiding an attempt guarantees that the opportunity is lost. Taking a thoughtful risk creates at least the possibility of success and often produces useful experience.
Context
Gretzky’s sports wisdom applied to both the ice rink and life’s opportunities.
Reflect
Which opportunity are you avoiding mainly because rejection feels uncomfortable?
Today’s action
Take one low-risk action today: apply, ask, propose or begin.
About Wayne Gretzky
Canadian ice hockey legend, often called the greatest player in the sport’s history.