I was about to get a degree in economics when I accepted that I’d be a lousy businessman, and if I didn’t give acting a try I’d regret it for the rest of my life.
Meaning of the quote
Peter Gallagher was about to graduate with a degree in economics, which is the study of money and how it is used. But he realized that he wouldn't be a very good businessman, someone who runs a company. Instead of continuing down that path, he decided to try acting, which is the art of performing in movies, TV shows, and plays. He knew that if he didn't give acting a try, he would regret it for the rest of his life. Sometimes we need to take a risk and follow our passions, even if it's different from what we originally planned.
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