Confidence Quote by Doris Kearns Goodwin
“What I think I've learned is that you're never going to get it all right, and you can't obsess about having a fact wrong or a date wrong or something like that, as long as you tried as best you could. If you've done the kind of research that you're sure is pretty good, then you just have to have confidence in it, so that nothing is perfect in life. I think that is what the criticism has helped me to understand.”
About This Quote
Accepting imperfection in research and life, emphasizing effort over flawless accuracy.
In simple terms: Perfection is unattainable; confidence in solid work matters.
Key Takeaway
Embrace good enough and trust your diligence.
Themes
imperfection
confidence
research integrity
self‑acceptance
learning from criticism
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
personal insight
When to use this quote
- academic writing
- journalistic reporting
- project post‑mortems
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
error tolerance
self‑efficacy
critical reflection
Practical Applications
- risk assessment
- confidence building
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging imperfection affect future work?
- When should you prioritize accuracy over speed?
