Break Quote by Alan Alda
“Don't be upset that it takes a long, long time to find wisdom because nobody knows where wisdom can be found. It tends to break out at unexpected times like a rare virus and mostly people with compassion and understanding are susceptible to it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Human Condition, Alan Alda, 2015
Wisdom is elusive, appearing unpredictably, often to those who are compassionate and understanding.
In simple terms: Wisdom appears unexpectedly to compassionate people.
Cultivate compassion to become open to wisdom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- leadership
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice compassion daily?
- What signs indicate wisdom is emerging?
Wisdom may never come if one is closed off or overly skeptical.