Contemplate Quote by Albert Wohlstetter
“We must contemplate some extremely unpleasant possibilities, just because we want to avoid them.”
About This Quote
Imagining worst‑case scenarios helps us avoid them.
In simple terms: Consider bad outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Plan for worst cases.
Themes
risk management
anticipation
strategy
prevention
Mood
cautious
analytical
proactive
Type
strategic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business continuity
- public safety planning
- personal health decisions
- climate policy
Key Concepts
systems theory
psychology
decision analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you ignoring?
- How can you balance fear with action?
A Different Perspective
Overfocus can cause paralysis.
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![“[The lion] began to contemplate me with a kind of quiet premeditation, like that of a slow-witted man fondling an unaccustomed thought.” quote by Beryl Markham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ad2/beryl-markham-6709_contemplate_the-lion-began-to-contemplate-me-with-a_193009.jpg)
