Crosses Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer
“I know you look both ways before you cross the street, but I want you to look both ways a second time, because I told you to.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close”, 2005
Advice to double-check safety, emphasizing trust in guidance and caution.
In simple terms: Look both ways twice as advised.
Key Takeaway
Follow trusted warnings carefully.
Themes
caution
trust
guidance
Mood
thoughtful
advisory
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- crossing streets
- decision making
- risk management
Key Concepts
risk assessment
parental advice
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you trust advice blindly?
- How do you balance caution and confidence?
A Different Perspective
May cause anxiety or overcaution.
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