The quote "The world is your oyster. It's up to you to find the pearls," from Chris Gardner's "The Pursuit of Happyness," suggests that life is filled with opportunities and possibilities. It emphasizes that the potential for success and happiness is available to everyone, but it requires effort and initiative to discover and seize those opportunities. The metaphor of the oyster implies that while the world may seem tough, with perseverance, one can uncover valuable experiences and achievements.