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“If we are ever in doubt about what to do, it is a good rule to ask ourselves what we shall wish on the morrow that we had done.” quote by John Lubbock
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“If we are ever in doubt about what to do, it is a good rule to ask ourselves what we shall wish on the morrow that we had done.”

John Lubbock

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Consider future consequences before acting, using tomorrow’s perspective as guide

In simple terms: Think about what you’ll wish you’d done tomorrow before deciding

Key Takeaway

Use future-oriented reflection for better choices

Themes

decision making ethics future planning

Mood

thoughtful analytical cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal dilemmas
  • career choices
  • financial planning
  • relationship decisions

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology behavioral economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What future outcome would change your current choice?
  • How reliable is imagined tomorrow’s perspective?
A Different Perspective

People may overestimate future clarity, leading to paralysis

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