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“I forced myself to stay put and keep looking-impatient assholes would take the leap, letting adrenaline and desperation guide them, but I was fucking ancient and I knew better. It was bitter, but I fucking knew better about just about everything.” quote by Jeff Somers
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““I forced myself to stay put and keep looking-impatient assholes would take the leap, letting adrenaline and desperation guide them, but I was fucking ancient and I knew better. It was bitter, but I fucking knew better about just about everything.””

Jeff Somers

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dark Days, Jeff Somers, 2015

The narrator chooses patience over reckless impulsiveness, trusting experience to guide decisions despite frustration.

In simple terms: Patience beats rashness when you have wisdom.

Key Takeaway

Trust your experience, stay calm.

Themes

patience experience self‑control

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice personal growth

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • investment choices
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

wisdom impulsivity age

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you acted too quickly?
  • How can you balance patience with timely action?
A Different Perspective

Patience can lead to missed opportunities if over‑cautious.

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