Good Quote by Josh Widdicombe
“I think the moment you're convinced something's going to be good is the moment that it's not going to be.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: Josh Widdicombe Live, 2015
Believing something will succeed can create overconfidence that leads to failure.
In simple terms: Overconfidence can cause failure.
Key Takeaway
Beware of premature optimism.
Themes
confidence
overconfidence
expectations
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
humorous
observational
When to use this quote
- business planning
- personal goals
- investment decisions
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Psychology
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you assuming success without evidence?
- How can you test assumptions before committing?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence may be justified when evidence supports it.
