Quotation by

Bernard Meltzer

Use those talents you have. You will make it. You will give joy to the world. Take this tip from nature: The woods would be a very silent place if no birds sang except those who sang best.

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The quotation encourages people to use whatever abilities they have, no matter how small or imperfect, because their contributions matter. It compares this to birds in the woods, saying that if only the best singers sang, the forest would be quiet, so everyone’s efforts add value and joy.

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