Pace Quote by George Herbert
“Hee that stumbles and falles not, mends his pace.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Collar, 1633
When someone stumbles, they do not stop; they adjust their pace and continue moving forward.
In simple terms: Stumbles lead to adjustment, not failure.
Key Takeaway
Embrace setbacks as opportunities to adjust.
Themes
perseverance
resilience
growth
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- career challenges
- creative blocks
- physical injury
Key Concepts
poetry
self‑discipline
learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What adjustments have you made after a setback?
- How can you turn a stumble into momentum?
A Different Perspective
Not all stumbles are fatal; some may cause lasting harm.
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