Be cautious Quote by John Lubbock
“Be cautious, but not too cautious; do not be too much afraid of making a mistake; a man who never makes a mistake will make nothing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Study of Man by John Lubbock, 1882
Excessive fear of error paralyzes action; some mistakes are necessary for achievement.
In simple terms: Being too scared of mistakes stops progress.
Accept risk, learn from errors.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- scientific research
- personal development
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mistake could you embrace as a learning chance?
- How does fear limit your potential?
Overcaution can lead to missed opportunities and stagnation.