Caution Quote by George S. Clason
““BETTER A LITTLE CAUTION THAN A GREAT REGRET””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Richest Man in Babylon, 1926
Caution prevents larger regrets later; better to be careful now than suffer consequences later.
In simple terms: Caution avoids regret.
Key Takeaway
Choose prudence over risk.
Themes
caution
regret
decision making
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- personal safety
- career choices
- health decisions
Key Concepts
Risk assessment
long‑term thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you ignored a warning and what happened?
- How can you balance caution with boldness?
A Different Perspective
Caution can lead to missed opportunities if over‑applied.
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