Asking for forgiveness Quote by Lora Leigh
“It's easier to ask forgiveness than to beg for permission.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Billionaire’s Revenge, 2015
Seeking permission can stall action; asking forgiveness after the fact often yields better results.
In simple terms: Ask forgiveness, not permission.
Key Takeaway
Act boldly, then address consequences.
Themes
risk
initiative
authority
decision‑making
Mood
assertive
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- creative projects
- personal goals
- social activism
Key Concepts
ethical pragmatism
leadership theory
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to act without permission?
- What are the risks of seeking forgiveness later?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring consent can cause ethical issues and damage trust.
![“People in the world ask for forgiveness, but [true] ‘pratikraman’ does not happen by doing that. That is like when people casually say ‘sorry’ or ‘thank you’. There is no significance in that; the significance is of ‘alochana-pratikraman-pratyakhyan’ (acknowledgement of the mistake, repentance and…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4f7/dada-bhagwan-31_acknowledment_people-in-the-world-ask-for-forgiveness_245419.jpg)
