Answer Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Unsatisfactory answers do not become satisfactory by being tentative.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Tentative answers remain unsatisfactory because they lack confidence and depth.
In simple terms: Half‑measures don’t solve problems.
Key Takeaway
Seek decisive, well‑grounded solutions.
Themes
confidence
decision‑making
quality
communication
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- project planning
- customer support
- policy drafting
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
critical thinking
assertiveness
problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure answers are fully vetted?
- What steps increase confidence in a response?
A Different Perspective
Tentativeness can hide underlying uncertainty.
