Skip to content

Bruises Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

“Industriousness and conscientiousness are often at odds, because industriousness wants to pick the still sour fruit from the tree,while conscientiousness lets it hang there too long, until it falls and bruises.” quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
Download Open image
“Industriousness and conscientiousness are often at odds, because industriousness wants to pick the still sour fruit from the tree,while conscientiousness lets it hang there too long, until it falls and bruises.”

Friedrich Nietzsche

About This Quote

Industriousness seeks immediate results, while conscientiousness prefers patience, often leading to tension.

In simple terms: Hard work vs. patience can clash.

Key Takeaway

Balance action with thoughtful timing.

Themes

work ethic patience conflict

Mood

thoughtful balanced

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • project management
  • personal growth
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

immediacy deliberation

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you act quickly?
  • When is patience more valuable?
A Different Perspective

Rushing may cause burnout; waiting may miss opportunities.

4.7 out of 5 (6 ratings)

More by Friedrich Nietzsche

Explore all 3,486 Friedrich Nietzsche quotes

More Bruises quotes

Browse all 194 Bruises quotes