Battle Quote by George S. Patton
“The time to take counsel of your fears is before you make an important battle decision. That's the time to listen to every fear you can imagine! When you have collected all the facts and fears and made your decision, turn off all your fears and go ahead!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Lecture, George S. Patton, 1943
Gather all possible concerns before a critical decision, then set them aside to act decisively.
In simple terms: Collect fears, decide, then ignore them.
Key Takeaway
Gather fears, decide, act.
Themes
decisionmaking
leadership
risk
courage
Mood
determined
focused
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- military planning
- business negotiations
- personal crises
- project launches
Key Concepts
strategic planning
psychology
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance caution with boldness?
- When is it safe to silence doubts?
A Different Perspective
Fear can paralyze if not managed; over‑analysis may delay action.
