Cost Quote by Daniel Defoe
“This grieved me heartily ; and now I saw, though too late, the folly of beginning a work before we count the cost, and before we judge rightly of our own strength to go through with it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Robinson Crusoe, 1719
Recognizing personal limits before starting a project prevents costly failure.
In simple terms: Know your capacity before beginning.
Key Takeaway
Assess resources and abilities first.
Themes
planning
self-awareness
risk
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business ventures
- personal goals
- team projects
- adventure planning
Key Concepts
humanism
self-reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources do you truly have?
- How can you measure your limits accurately?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can still lead to misjudgment despite caution.
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