--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The one who gives an immediate decision…" description: "\"“The one who gives an immediate decision, gives a solution, it is the intellect (buddhi). If one becomes confused, he is of lesser intellect.”\" — Dada ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/dada-bhagwan-31_decision-making_the-one-who-gives-an-immediate-decision_3057808.jpg" --- # The one who gives an immediate decision, gives a solution… ![“The one who gives an immediate decision, gives a solution, it is the intellect (buddhi). If one becomes confused, he is of lesser intellect.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/dada-bhagwan-31_decision-making_the-one-who-gives-an-immediate-decision_3057808.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/dada-bhagwan-31_decision-making_the-one-who-gives-an-immediate-decision_3057808.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/dada-bhagwan-31_decision-making_the-one-who-gives-an-immediate-decision_3057808.jpg) > ““The one who gives an immediate decision, gives a solution, it is the intellect (buddhi). If one becomes confused, he is of lesser intellect.”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Immediate decisions reflect intellect; confusion indicates lower intellect. **In simple terms:** Quick decisions show intellect; confusion shows lesser intellect. Key Takeaway Seek clarity before deciding. Themes decision‑making intellect clarity wisdom Mood inquisitive calm Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - business - personal life - education - conflict resolution Key Concepts philosophy psychology spirituality Questions to Reflect On - How do you differentiate intuition from confusion? - What practices improve mental clarity? 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