Clumsy Quote by Lydia Davis
““Neither one has ever been awkward, clumsy, or hasty. They know the importance of not rushing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Collected Stories of Lydia Davis, 1995
They value patience, avoiding haste to act thoughtfully.
In simple terms: Patience over haste.
Key Takeaway
Practice deliberate pacing.
Themes
patience
mindfulness
communication
Mood
calm
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- work decisions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self‑control
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you rushed and succeeded?
- How does patience improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Rushing can sometimes be necessary in emergencies.
![“I worked more intensively hour after hour when I was starting out [writing]. More laboriously. I'd say quantity is important as well as quality, and if you're not producing enough, make a schedule and stick to it.” quote by Lydia Davis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/29b/lydia-davis-3244_after-hours_i-worked-more-intensively-hour-after-hou_171566.jpg)
