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“It’s just very difficult to come up with anything smart when you’re upset, angry, or tired. You can’t work when you feel under threat.” quote by Caroline Webb
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““It’s just very difficult to come up with anything smart when you’re upset, angry, or tired. You can’t work when you feel under threat.””

Caroline Webb

About This Quote

Source Book: How to Have a Good Day, 2018

Being upset, angry, or tired impairs cognitive function, making smart work difficult.

In simple terms: Stress hinders clear thinking.

Key Takeaway

Manage emotions before tackling complex tasks.

Themes

stress cognition productivity

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

self‑help psychology

When to use this quote

  • high‑pressure meetings
  • tight deadlines
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

emotional regulation decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies calm you before important work?
  • Can you identify when stress is affecting your output?
A Different Perspective

Some tasks may still succeed under stress.

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