Done Quote by Carrie Fisher
“Waiting, done at really high speeds, will frequently look like something else.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995 Vanity Fair interview with Carrie Fisher
When things happen very quickly, they can be misinterpreted or appear different from reality
In simple terms: Fast actions can seem like something else
Key Takeaway
Watch for misinterpretation
Themes
perception
misinterpretation
speed
Mood
anxious
alert
Type
cautionary
observational
When to use this quote
- news cycles
- social media
- emergency response
- high‑frequency trading
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
media distortion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does speed affect your perception?
- What checks can prevent misreading fast events?
A Different Perspective
Rapid speed can obscure truth and cause errors
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