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“Even a child would think twice before touching a hot kettle once burned, but in Malaysia, we simply make new plans, and repeat the same old mistakes. The MSC, E- Village, and the Paya Indah Wetlands.” quote by Brian Yap
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““Even a child would think twice before touching a hot kettle once burned, but in Malaysia, we simply make new plans, and repeat the same old mistakes. The MSC, E- Village, and the Paya Indah Wetlands.””

Brian Yap

About This Quote

Source Speech: Environmental Forum, Malaysia, 2021

Repeated mistakes persist despite lessons, highlighting a cycle of planning without learning.

In simple terms: People keep making the same errors.

Key Takeaway

Break the cycle by applying lessons learned.

Themes

environment policy learning

Mood

thoughtful urgent

Type

policy reflective

When to use this quote

  • government planning
  • community projects
  • environmental education

Key Concepts

systemic inertia adaptive management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do organizations repeat past mistakes?
  • What mechanisms ensure lessons are truly integrated?
A Different Perspective

Cultural resistance may hinder change.

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