You may be sure of this, my son: that no decision you may…
““You may be sure of this, my son: that no decision you may take, nor any course, will meet with universal favor. Though you turn to the right or to the left, or go ahead, or turn back, or attempt to stand still, there will come to you some critic to advise the contrary. For ten fail where the one succeeds; and some who failed are jealous, others vain, some full of malice. There are also honest men who, having failed, would warn you of the reef on which they wrecked their too unmanageable bark. I tell you, in the end you must decide all issues for yourself, and there is only one true guide, which is experience.--From The Book Of The Sayings Of Tsiang Samdup””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Experience is the ultimate guide; external opinions vary, and both success and failure offer lessons, but personal judgment must prevail.
In simple terms: Learn from experience, not just others' advice.
Key Takeaway
Trust your own experience over others' critiques.
Themes
experience
decision
criticism
wisdom
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career choices
- entrepreneurial ventures
- creative projects
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
personal growth
risk assessment
learning from failure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance advice with personal insight?
- When should you seek external guidance?
A Different Perspective
Experience can be biased or limited.