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Buddhism Quote by Frederick Lenz

“Never make a move until you find yourself making it, because it might be too soon. It's always better to wait. Whenever you're not sure, wait, and in time you'll find yourself doing it. To act before then would be a mistake.” quote by Frederick Lenz
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“Never make a move until you find yourself making it, because it might be too soon. It's always better to wait. Whenever you're not sure, wait, and in time you'll find yourself doing it. To act before then would be a mistake.”

Frederick Lenz

About This Quote

Source Speech: Personal development lecture, 1990s

Advice to wait for internal readiness before acting, avoiding premature decisions.

In simple terms: Wait until you feel ready before acting.

Key Takeaway

Patience prevents mistakes.

Themes

patience self‑awareness decision‑making

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • personal projects
  • relationships
  • investments

Key Concepts

timing intuition self‑trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is waiting wise?
  • How to sense readiness?
A Different Perspective

Waiting may cause missed opportunities.

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