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“When anything is pointed out, our only idea is to go from wrong to right; in spite of the fact that it has taken us years to get to wrong we try to get right in a moment.” quote by F. Matthias Alexander
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“When anything is pointed out, our only idea is to go from wrong to right; in spite of the fact that it has taken us years to get to wrong we try to get right in a moment.”

F. Matthias Alexander

About This Quote

Correcting mistakes is often rushed, ignoring the time needed to understand and fix underlying errors.

In simple terms: We try to fix errors quickly, overlooking the need for deep understanding.

Key Takeaway

Take time to understand problems before correcting.

Themes

learning mistakes process patience growth

Mood

reflective cautious analytical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • software development
  • personal improvement

Key Concepts

Cognitive psychology error analysis mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we rush to correct?
  • How can we balance speed and depth?
A Different Perspective

Rushed fixes can cause new errors.

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