Something must exist before we can catch it

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We cannot infer the existence of something from a universal statement.

Consider the following phrase: “Before you can start sorting them out, you must first catch your hare”.
This phrase can be interpreted as a metaphor for the process of solving problems or achieving goals. In this context, “catching your hare” could be seen as a metaphor for ascertaining the existence of hare by gathering the necessary resources or information first.
Imagine the situation in which someone says:
“I’m trying to get my life together, but it’s like I’m trying to catch a hare in a field of chickens – I don’t even know where to start!”
An expression like this plays on the idea that catching a hare (a metaphor for solving a problem or achieving a goal) is a difficult task, and that the person telling the joke is feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about where to begin.
Maybe the following dialogue will give a better idea:
“I’m trying to get my life together, but it’s like I’m trying to catch a hare in a field of chickens – I don’t even know where to start!”
Person 1: “Hey, how’s it going? You seem a bit stressed out.”
Person 2: “Yeah, I’m trying to get my life together, but it’s like I’m trying to catch a hare in a field of chickens – I don’t even know where to start!”
Person 1: “That does sound overwhelming. What’s going on?”
Person 2: “I’m just trying to get organized and make some changes, but I feel like there are so many things I need to do and I don’t know where to start. It’s like I’m trying to catch a hare, but I’m surrounded by chickens – I don’t even know what to focus on first.”
Person 1: “Well, maybe you can try breaking things down into smaller chunks. What’s one thing you’d like to tackle first?”
Person 2: “I don’t know, maybe getting my finances in order? I feel like that’s the foundation of everything else.”
Person 1: “That’s a good start. Maybe you can create a budget, or find some resources to help you get organized. And remember, you don’t have to do everything at once – you can take it one step at a time.”
Person 2: “Yeah, you’re right. I’ll try to focus on one thing at a time and see how it goes. Thanks for the advice.”