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“They all need the others to say, yes, yes, this is what we should be doing, it's worth the risk. And now that they've decided it, the decision is bigger than all of them. Not one of them could turn back on their own.” quote by Robin Hobb
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““They all need the others to say, yes, yes, this is what we should be doing, it's worth the risk. And now that they've decided it, the decision is bigger than all of them. Not one of them could turn back on their own.””

Robin Hobb

About This Quote

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

Group decisions become binding once made; members feel compelled to uphold them, limiting individual dissent.

In simple terms: Group decisions bind members; hard to backtrack.

Key Takeaway

Consider collective impact before committing.

Themes

commitment group dynamics loyalty

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • team projects
  • political alliances
  • family decisions

Key Concepts

Collective responsibility decision inertia

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you challenge a group decision?
  • How can groups allow flexibility?
A Different Perspective

May suppress healthy dissent and innovation.

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