A phrase used to indicate that those who do not act or seize opportunities will be left behind or face negative consequences. It is similar to the English saying 'you snooze, you lose'.
Examples
- Spanish: No te quedes esperando que las cosas sucedan, recuerda que camarón que se duerme, se lo lleva la corriente.
- English: Don't just wait for things to happen, remember, the shrimp that falls asleep is carried by the current.