Choosing Quote by Mae West
“When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I've never tried before.”
About This Quote
Source Film: My Little Chickadee, 1940
Choosing the lesser of two evils can be approached by trying something new, turning the decision into an experiment.
In simple terms: When faced with bad options, pick the one you haven’t tried.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty as a way to break patterns.
Themes
decision‑making
risk
novelty
Mood
playful
provocative
Type
philosophical
humorous
When to use this quote
- career moves
- relationship choices
- political decisions
- consumer purchases
Key Concepts
experiment
ethical ambiguity
choice theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take for a fresh perspective?
- Can novelty improve the quality of a bad choice?
A Different Perspective
Trying the unknown may still lead to negative outcomes.
