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Decision Quote by Jeanette Winterson

“I have noticed that doing the sensible thing is only a good idea when the decision is quite small. For the life-changing things, you must risk it.” quote by Jeanette Winterson
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“I have noticed that doing the sensible thing is only a good idea when the decision is quite small. For the life-changing things, you must risk it.”

Jeanette Winterson

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Sensible Thing” in The Collected Essays of Jeanette Winterson, 2015

Suggests that small decisions are safely sensible, but major life changes require bold risk‑taking beyond comfort.

In simple terms: Small choices are safe; big changes need courage.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk for transformative decisions.

Themes

courage risk‑taking personal growth

Mood

inspired determined reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career change
  • relationships
  • entrepreneurship
  • major life moves

Key Concepts

decision theory life‑changing choices growth mindset

Questions to Reflect On

  • What big decision are you avoiding?
  • How can you assess risk versus reward?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to failure and uncertainty.

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