Impatience Quote by Charles Dickens
““Sometimes, we strike into the skirting mud, to avoid the stones that clatter us and shake us; sometimes, we stick in ruts and sloughs there. The agony of our impatience is then so great, that in our wild alarm and hurry we are for getting out and running—hiding—doing anything but stopping.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861
Avoiding challenges leads to endless wandering; impatience causes frantic escape rather than thoughtful pause.
In simple terms: Running from problems worsens them.
Key Takeaway
Pause before reacting.
Themes
patience
avoidance
self‑sabotage
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- career setbacks
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral patterns
stress management
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “stopping” look like for you?
- How can impatience be transformed into productive action?
A Different Perspective
Escaping issues may create new problems.
