= dont assume that something will happen the way you expect dont make plans based on your assumptions dont be hasty in evaluating ones assets said to emphasize that you cannot depend on something happening before it has happened dont count on things if you dont have them yet you should not count on something before it happens you should not expect all of your hopes to be fulfilled dont spend your money before you win the lottery dont feel victorious before you undertake the challenge dont rely on something you are unsure about making plans based on assumptions can lead to disappointment it’s better to wait and see the actual results before getting excited and making plans, to avoid being disappointed * Louis was already planning his winning celebration before the race started, but he counted his chickens before they hatched as he ended up receiving last place. * Don`t count your chickens before they`re hatched - remember you haven`t passed your exams yet and may not get the job you expect. * A: I think Ill get a promotion at work this year, so Im going buy a new car. B: Dont count your chickens. First wait until you get the promotion and then spend your money. * Teenager: I’m going to go to Harvard and do an Undergraduate degree. Then I’m going to study Law, and become a successful and rich lawyer. After that, I’m going to go into politics and maybe become the President. Dad: Okay son, but don’t count your chickens before they’ve hatched. Focus on getting into Harvard first, and then make your decisions.
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