Cliffs Quote by Dean Young
“Hark, dumbass, the error is not to fall but to fall from no height. Don't fall off a curb, fall off a cliff.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Fall, 2015
Warns that the real danger isn’t falling, but falling from a great height—implying risk increases with ambition.
In simple terms: Great heights make falls worse.
Key Takeaway
Beware risks of high ambition.
Themes
risk
ambition
consequence
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- entrepreneurial ventures
- extreme sports
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
danger
Questions to Reflect On
- What heights are worth the risk?
- How to mitigate fallout from big failures?
A Different Perspective
Fear of failure can paralyze progress.
