Alternative form of burn the candle at both ends

Start off on a good note to reap the benefits at the end.

Alternative form of play both sides against the middle

Nothing good lasts forever.

Alternative form of play both sides against the middle

Alternative form of see past the end of one's nose

Alternative form of see past the end of one's nose

(idiomatic, chiefly in the negative) To have insight into underlying facts or consequences; to possess common sense or a vision for the future.

Alternative form of see past the end of one's nose

(informal) To frighten or scare someone.